Recce Raid 2024 - Trail 160 (Leg 1)
Start your epic journey at the idyllic Kaapsehoop and descent into the Elandskloof before a relentless ascent to Elandshoogte via Clivia Pass
Trail Running Severe
- Distance
- 52 km
- Ascent
- 1.8 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 894 m
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 7˚
Am exhilarating start with a single track descent into Barret's Creek followed by a bone jarring descent into the Elands Valley to cross the Elands River. It will be dark by then, and 100 Milers will ascent the tarred Clivia pass with a full moon - no need for a headlamp or GPX device during the next 30 kays.
Description
The final push to the Tower will be the toughest section on this leg before a welcome break at Excalibur Lodge.
Difficulty
Severe
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.