Cape Trail

Challenges

Pick a season. Complete the challenge.

Two open challenges per year. Free to join. Complete every route in a season to earn the title of Mountain Goat.

Summer Challenge
1 November 2026 — 31 January 2027

Summer Challenge

From iconic peaks to hidden corners, every route helps you explore what you're capable of. A new collection of routes launching 1 November.

Routes
20
Difficulty
Family Friendly → Expert
Cost
Free

How to participate

  1. 1Sign up free when the season opens.
  2. 2Connect Strava so completions sync automatically.
  3. 3Run or hike at your own pace, any time during the season.
  4. 4Return to improve your times and climb the leaderboard.
  5. 5Complete every route to earn the title of Mountain Goat.
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Winter Challenge
June — August 2027

Winter Challenge

Cape Trail's flagship challenge with more routes, bigger climbs and an even bigger Mountain Goat title to chase.

Routes
35
Difficulty
Intermediate → Expert
Cost
Free

How to participate

  1. 1Sign up free with your email.
  2. 2Connect Strava so completions sync automatically.
  3. 3Run or hike at your own pace, any time during the season.
  4. 4Return to improve your times and climb the leaderboard.
  5. 5Complete every route to earn the title of Mountain Goat.
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Mountain Goat

What does it take to earn the title?

Mountain Goat is the highest seasonal title in Cape Trail, awarded to anyone who completes every route in a single challenge season. Not a podium — proof of season.

Summer Challenge
20 Routes
1 Nov 2026 → 31 Jan 2027
Winter Challenge
35 Routes
June → August 2027
How to earn it
Complete Every Route
All routes in one season
The title
Mountain Goat
Recognised on the leaderboard
Earn the title in both seasons in the same year to unlock Double Mountain Goat.See achievements →