Trail runner moving through yellow wildflowers and fynbos — trail running photographer Cape Town
— Trail running photographer in Cape Town

Trail running photography
in Cape Town

Mountain trails, fynbos, and ultra distance. Real action images for athletes, brands, and race organisers — stills and video from one operator.

— Why me for trail running

I shoot the line,
not just the runner.

I'm a photographer and videographer in Cape Town, and I move on these trails myself — Table Mountain, Constantia, Cape Point. That's the difference on a trail shoot: I know where the line opens up, where the light catches the descent, and the half-second a runner moves from in-control to all-in. Solo operator, 10+ years in the sports industry. Technical terrain, weather changes, full days out — shot from inside the run, not from the trailhead.

10+ years
Years in sports industry
XTERRA, Trails
Major event series shot
14 Days
Max delivery turnaround
Cape Town
Based in Cape Town, SA
Trail runner on rocky terrain above Cape Town — trail running photographer Cape Town
Trail runing photographer - Cape Town
— How a trail shoot works

A day on the trail.

01
TRAIL SESSIONS

A shoot on your terrain — Table Mountain, Cape Point, Constantia, or wherever you run. Half-day on the trails, multiple sections covered, direction on stride and line where you want it. 50+ edited images and one 15-second reel, delivered within five working days.

02
RACE-DAY COVERAGE

Full coverage of your trail race — start, key climbs and descents, finish. Same-day social cuts while it's live, complete edit within 7–14 days. Used to long days on the mountain, in any weather. Image volume scaled to the race.

03
GEAR & BRAND

Trail shoes, vests, packs, and apparel shot in action on real Cape Town terrain — not styled in a studio with fake mud. Editorial stills and product-in-motion for campaigns, lookbooks, and paid social. Photo and video from one shoot.

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— Frequently asked questions

Trail Running photography in Cape Town.
What to know.

What are the best trails to shoot in Cape Town?

Lion's Head loop for golden-hour silhouettes and the iconic Cape Town backdrop. Table Mountain (Skeleton Gorge, Platteklip, Pipe Track) for dramatic terrain and exposed sections. Newlands Forest for moody single-track and tree-canopy light. Silvermine and Cape Point for varied terrain and ocean views. Each has different access requirements and light conditions — I'll plan the route with you based on the look you want.

Do you run the trails with the athletes during shoots?

Yes — that's the only way to shoot trail running properly. Static positions miss the moment. I run with the athlete, set up at chosen points along the route, then catch up to the next position. I'm a trail runner myself, so pace and terrain aren't a problem. For longer routes I'll plan natural rest points and shooting positions ahead of time to keep the day efficient.

What does a trail running shoot cost?

Half-day trail shoots — typically 3 to 4 hours including travel between positions, around 60 edited images — start in the lower-to-mid R-thousands. Multi-day expeditions, race coverage (Ultra-Trail Cape Town, Cape Town Marathon trail series), or campaign work with video are quoted per project. I'll send a clear scope within 24 hours of your enquiry.

— Let's work together

Got a project?
Let's talk scope.

Tell me about your project — sport, event, or campaign. I'll come back with a clear scope and timeline within 24 hours

m.haas@mh-content.com
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