6 MARCH '27
The Brooks Cradle Ultra Trail returns in 2027, once again unlocking the incredible terrain of the greater Cradle Nature Reserve within the UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind. For race weekend, this normally restricted landscape is opened exclusively to runners, offering rare access to one of the most iconic trail settings in the country.
Choose from five distances – 7KM, 10KM, 15KM, 28KM or 52KM – each designed to showcase the reserve in a different way. Expect a mix of open grasslands, winding valley trails, rocky climbs, fast descents, and flowing jeep tracks that keep the pace honest and the scenery constant.
The 2027 routes bring a refreshed feel to familiar ground, with subtle changes that keep every distance engaging from start to finish.
SATURDAY 6th MARCH 2027
Cradle Nature Reserve
The Pavilion, Cradle Boutique, Cradle of Humankind
CLOSING DATE
Entries close on Thursday 4th at noon
Late entries available on race day
RACE VILLAGE
The Brooks Cradle Ultra is not only about running but also spending time with family, friends and loved ones.
Bring the whole family along! There is lots to keep them entertained even if they aren't running.
Get your morning fix from Crave Run and pop over to Brooks and check out their awesome trail shoes. Don't vanish after the race! And compare your Strava segments over a cold beer or gin in the Beer Garden. Or head to the pool and cool off those legs. Feeling a little stiff? Give your legs the love they need with a massage at the Recharge Sports Therapy zone or take the plunge into one of our Ice Baths. Grab some of the best food around from the Cradle Boutique Hotel chefs. Or simply hang about and learn more about this UNESCO World Heritage site. Lemon and Lime will be playing Live music and entertaining you through the day.
PODIUM PRIZES
WINNER TAKES ALL
52km Male and Female Winners
Brooks Caldera 8 valued at R3,599 each
28km Male and Female Winners
Brooks Cascadia 19 valued at R3,599 each
15km Male and Female Winners
Oofos Ooriginal Sandal or Slide valued at R1,299 each
RACE SCHEDULE
THURDAY 4 and FRIDAY 5 MARCH
15H00 - 18H00: Early Registration (race number collection) at ....
SATURDAY 7 MARCH
04H00: Venue and Registration Opens
04H45: 52KM Race Briefing
05H00: 52KM Start
05H45: 28KM Race Briefing
06H00: 28KM Start
06H45: 15KM Race Briefing
07H00: 15KM Race Start
07H15: 10KM Race Start
07H30: 7KM Race Start
09H30: Award Ceremony (7KM. 10KM, 15KM, 28KM)
10H30: Award Ceremony (52KM)
15H00: Venue closes
MERCHANDISE
The Brooks Cradle Ultra-Trail shirts design was inspired by captivating wildlife, rich history and natural wonders encountered at the Cradle Nature Reserve. These moisture management shirts can be purchased with your entry. The 25KM and 50KM runners will be a shirt as part of their entry. General Cradle Ultra shirts can be purchased for R375 each and Cradle Ultra Socks for R150 each.
RACE GUIDE
The Race Guide will contain everything the participant needs to know about the race.
VERSION 1 - COMING AUG 2026
PARTNERS
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REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY
Participants may request a refund up to 14 days before the event date.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 13 days of the event.
Entry transfers to another participant are permitted for the same event only and must be completed before race day. Entries may not be transferred to another event or carried over to a future event.
Approved refunds will be processed after the event and will be subject to the Entry Tickets transaction fee (10%) in addition to a R25 administration fee.