Essential information for planning your Black Mountain Ultra experience, from travel arrangements to race day logistics.
25 April 2026
Various start times
Swartberg Mountains
Klein Karoo, South Africa
Limited participants
Inaugural event
April conditions
Cool mornings
All participants must collect their race pack and complete any required gear checks before race day. Collection times and requirements vary by distance - please review your specific race requirements below.
Primary: Bosch Luys Kloof Lodge
Alternative: Groenfontein Retreat (only if requested during checkout)
• 23 April: 18:00 - 20:00
• 24 April: 09:00 - 20:00
⚠️ CRITICAL: Missing gear check will result in race disqualification
Option 1: Gamkaskloof (Cape Nature Info Center)
Option 2: Groenfontein Retreat
Please specify your preferred location during race registration
⚠️ Late collection: 06:00 - 07:30 on race day at the start in Gamkaskloof
Groenfontein Retreat
✓ Most flexible collection options available
Departure: 03:00 from Calitzdorp
Departure: 03:30 from Calitzdorp
⚠️ Shuttle departure times are strict - late arrivals will miss the start
Shuttle departure from Calitzdorp to Bosch Luys Kloof Lodge start line
Shuttle to Gamkaskloof start line (3.5hour journey)
Early morning start with headlamps required from Bosch Luys Kloof Lodge
Perfect morning start with sunrise views from Gamkaskloof (Cape Nature info center)
Perfect morning conditions, start and finish at Groenfontein Retreat
Food trucks, local wines, live music at Groenfontein Retreat
All 73km and 43km participants must complete gear check during registration (23-24 April). Missing mandatory items will result in race disqualification.
Bosch Luys Kloof Lodge (73km)
Remote mountain location
Optional shuttle transport
Gear check required
Gamkaskloof (43km)
Cape Nature info centre Gamkaskloof
Optional shuttle transport
Gear check required
Groenfontein Retreat (19km)
Race headquarters location
Start and finish at same venue
Late registration available
