Cape Town Trail Running Photography: On Top of Table Mountain

As a trail running photographer in Cape Town, I’m always chasing the edges—light, terrain, movement. This shoot followed two runners through the scrubby, golden hills of the Cape, not far from the coastline but deep enough into the wild to feel untamed.

Trail running here is all about rhythm: rocky steps, shifting ground, long lines of movement against a backdrop of soft hills and dry grass. It’s not just the action—it’s the feeling of being out there, lungs open, path uncertain, body adapting in real time. And the City waking up beneath us.

I grew up in Cape Town, and this is the terrain I know best. I don’t need a location scout—I’ve run these trails myself. I know where the light breaks through in the late afternoon, and which ridges give the most striking silhouettes. That local connection shapes how I shoot: not posed, not artificial, but honest, location-driven performance.

This kind of imagery works perfectly for brands rooted in running, outdoor gear, or athletic apparel. It’s not just about showing product—it’s about capturing a lifestyle that feels real and grounded in physical experience.

If you’re looking for a trail running photographer in Cape Town who understands both the technical and emotional side of movement in nature, I’d love to collaborate.