The Oak Valley Extreme Trail Run offers trail runners an opportunity to run on the Oak Valley trails that are otherwise exclusively for mountain bikes. Located in the picturesque Elgin Valley, known for its orchards, vineyards and undulating countryside, participants get to immerse themselves in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom and Groenland mountains.
The Oak Valley Extreme is a 
event.
Venue
The Oak Valley Estate boasts breathtaking and spectacular views of the surrounding Hottentots Holland, Nuweberg and Groenland mountains. Combined with the flourishing fynbos blanketing the mountain slopes, this venue will leave you with an overwhelming sense of tranquility and enchantment.
Experience the home of award winning wines up close and personal. Oak Valley Wines
The drive from Cape Town or Worcester takes approximately 60 minutes whilst the trip from Somerset West, Gordon’s Bay and Hermanus will take approximately 35 minutes.
Routes
Oak Valley X 50 (OVX50):
58km – 1720m elevation 
Oak Valley X 25 (OVX25):
27km – 755m elevation 
Oak Valley X 15 (OVX15):
16km – 430m elevation
*Exact route distances might change due to weather damage and accessibility. Changes will be communicated well in advance.
Compulsory Equipment
Compulsory Equipment for OVX50
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Minimum 1.5 litres hydration. Any combination allowed, e.g. bottles or bladder or both.
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Nutrition for 4 to 10 hours
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Charged cell phone in waterproof bag
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Waterproof jacket
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Thermal base layer
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Buff/Neck scarf
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Space blanket
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Whistle
Compulsory Equipment for OVX25
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Minimum 1 litres hydration. Any combination allowed, e.g. bottles or bladder or both.
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Charged cell phone in waterproof bag
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Waterproof jacket
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Whistle
Early Bird Entries
Early Bird entries close on at midnight on 15 May. Don’t delay, enter early and save!
Standard entries close at midnights on 15 August.
FOMO entries do not qualify for medals and podium prizes. No late entries on race day.
| Entry Category | Date | OVX15 | OVX25 | OVX50 |
| Early Bird Entry | 15 May 2025 | R320 | R540 | R1160 |
| Standard Entry | 16 May to 15 August 2025 | R480 | R810 | R1740 |
| FOMO Entry | 16 August to 11 September 2025 | R640 | R1080 | R2320 |
Note: Unpaid entries will automatically be deleted after 2 days.
Registration
Sunday 14 September from 6:00 at the Dragonfly Tri gazebo at the Oak Valley Estate rugby fields.
Start Times
6:30 – OVX50 Trail Run
8:00 – OVX25 Trail Run
8:30 – OVX15 Trail Run
Cut-Off Times
Waterpoint 2 – 10:00 (all routes)
Waterpoint 3 – 10:30 (OVX50 only)
Waterpoint 5 – 14:30 (OVX50 only)
Prize Giving
Prize giving of podium finishers will take place as soon as the podium is filled.
In addition to podium prizes, we keep the best prizes for the lucky draw boasting a prize purse of R40 000!
Timing
You will receive a race bib at registration. This race bib will be used for timing as it includes a disposable timing chip.
Refund Policy
Full refund up to 14 days prior to race
50% refund from 14 to 7 days prior to race
0% in last 7 days prior to race
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