Great Runs in Johannesburg, South Africa
Note: For the Full Guide to Running in Johannesburg, see the GR Website
The South African city of Johannesburg, sometimes referred to colloquially as “Joburg,” “Jozi,” or “eGoli” in Zulu, is the most populous city in the country and the capital of the Gauteng province. The city harbors a complex history, not only for its tensions surrounding race and mineral wealth, but as an important archaeological site teeming with hominid fossils. Today, sprawling Johannesburg is an economic, educational, and cultural hub. Tourists visit the city for its museums and proximity to wildlife viewing parks. While running in Johannesburg can be somewhat challenging due to the city’s high traffic volume and lack of pedestrian walkways, there are some choice spots in city parks, nature reserves, affluent neighborhoods, and a few unique venues which welcome joggers.
Braamfontein Spruit Trail: Emmarentia Dam/Botanical Gardens/Delta Park
Parkview: Westcliff Drive/Westcliff Stairs/Zoo Lake
Randpark Golf Club
Kings Kloof Trail Center
Cradle of Humankind
Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve and Thaba Trails
PWC Bike Park
Original Post by: Kelsey Perrett. For the full running guide to Johannesburg, visit greatruns.com.
