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MUT by UTMB 11K

11K·260m gain·George, South Africa
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Distance11K
Gain260m
Date29 May 2026
StatusOpen
Difficulty1/5

About This Race

The 11-kilometer lite option offers newcomers a taste of South African mountain trails with 260 meters of elevation gain. This beginner-friendly distance showcases the region's natural beauty without overwhelming technical demands.

The 11-kilometer lite option offers newcomers a taste of South African mountain trails with 260 meters of elevation gain. This beginner-friendly distance showcases the region's natural beauty without overwhelming technical demands.

Elevation

260m(853 ft)

Elevation gain

Map showing MUT by UTMB 11K location

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Practical Info

Nearest Airport

GRJ - George Airport

Best For

ultra runnersmountain runnersexperienced trail runners

Notable Features

As part of the UTMB World Series, MUT by UTMB offers runners the opportunity to earn Running Stones while experiencing South Africa's unique fynbos biome and indigenous forests. The race routes traverse the Outeniqua Mountains with dramatic elevation changes, providing views that span from the Indian Ocean to the arid Karoo plains.