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Active & Adventurous
Trail runs, road races, hikes and rides in and around Joburg. Chasing a PB or just want to see the Magaliesberg from the top? Both count.
Or jump straight to what you’re into
On soon for the outdoorsy
From a 3 km fun run under Christmas lights to the full Soweto Marathon. Pick your distance.
This is for you if…
You don’t need to be good at it. You just need to want in.
You run
Parkrun on Saturday, trails on Sunday, or still working up to your first 5 km.
You hike
Early starts, a flask of coffee and a view you properly earned.
You ride
Mountain bike, gravel or road. Mud is a bonus, not a problem.
You just want out
Not sporty, just tired of four walls. The short routes are made for you.
/ Never done this before? /
Your first trail run
Trail running is slower, muddier and friendlier than the road. Nobody minds if you walk the hills. Everybody walks the hills.
- Pick the shortest distance. 5 km on a trail feels like 10 on tar.
- Road shoes are fine for your first one if it’s dry.
- Carry water, even when there are tables.
- Start near the back. Passing people later feels amazing.
Questions? Answered.
Are the events beginner friendly?
Most have a short option, and many have a walking category. Distances and cut-off times are on every listing.
What if I’m slow?
Every event lists its cut-off. Trail runs are usually generous, and the sweeper at the back is often the nicest person there.
Do I book through Flow State?
No. Each listing links to the organiser’s entry page. We list it, they run it.
Can I list my race, hike or ride?
Yes, and it’s free. Send it through and it’ll be live within 24 hours.
Not quite you?
Most people are a bit of all three. Have a look at what the others are up to.
Organising a race, hike or ride?
List it free. We’ll put it in front of people who actually want to come.