The Best Trails in Makhwelela, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

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Photo of Mushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Loop - (Cathedral Peak NR - Drakensberg) Photo of Rainbow Gorge to the Choke Stone - (Cathedral Peak NR - Drakensberg) Photo of Cathedral Peak Route
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  • Mushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Loop - (Cathedral Peak NR - Drakensberg)

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    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    8.73mi
    Elevation +
    2333f
    TrailRank
    81| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofMushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Loop - (Cathedral Peak NR - Drakensberg) Photo ofMushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Loop - (Cathedral Peak NR - Drakensberg) Photo ofMushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Loop - (Cathedral Peak NR - Drakensberg)

    This moderately challenging loop begins and ends at the parking lot near the Cathedral Peak Hotel Gate. It visits the interesting Mushroom rock which is an eroded sandstone feature which almost perfectly resembles a mush...

    This trail had some steep sections but on the whole it is not too waterfalls are some of the most beautiful anywhere. De...
    Maxime Yates

  • Cathedral Peak Route

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    11.53mi
    Elevation +
    5190f
    TrailRank
    60| Rating 3.83
    Photo ofCathedral Peak Route Photo ofCathedral Peak Route Photo ofCathedral Peak Route

    Traditional route from Hotel to peak and return. There a Grade C scramble just before the summit which may challenge the faint of heart. Otherwise fairly easy peak above the 3000m ASL mark. Walking expect to take 10 h...

    Thank you for this hike Rhino and Hedgehog! If you want to
    Notdeadyet
    Absolutely stunning views the whole way there and back! I got lost in the bottom third approximately and ended up near ...
    Sebastien David
    A great hike. We followed your path to the base of the summit. Amazing scenery, many 360 degree views. Thanks for postin...
    Port flora

  • Orange Peel +

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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    10.40mi
    Elevation +
    3822f
    TrailRank
    51
    Photo ofOrange Peel + Photo ofOrange Peel + Photo ofOrange Peel +

    This is the hike to Cathedral Peak without the final push to the summit. The scenery was spectacular and the trail was fairly easy to follow, not well marked but thanks to Rhino and Hedgehog for their Cathedral Peak entr...

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  • Mushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    8.20mi
    Elevation +
    1893f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofMushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Photo ofMushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls Photo ofMushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls

    A cicular route that takes in 3 of the big five of Cathedral Peak Hotel recommended walks. Starting with Ashley's Amble, then Mushroom Rock, Ribbon Falls and Doreen Falls. Not sure why the track has a funny start (...

    Difficult in places, allfours and sitting down to get down steep areas but we did do in reverse.
    jennymaybrennan

  • Cathedral Waterfalls Trail

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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    4.81mi
    Elevation +
    1211f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofCathedral Waterfalls Trail Photo ofCathedral Waterfalls Trail Photo ofCathedral Waterfalls Trail

    A hike in the area near Cathedral Peaks Hotel that visits a couple of waterfalls. To access this loop trail that runs on either side of the Nhlonhlweni River head south from the hotel towards the stables. At the waypoint...

  • Didima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.79mi
    Elevation +
    1572f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofDidima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill Photo ofDidima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill Photo ofDidima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill

    A beautiful walk from Didima hutted camp into the forest and up the Gorge to the Choke Stone followed by a shimmy up Tryme Hill to the top of the gully. The path is mostly good however the last 500m or so does involve...

  • Hikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.84mi
    Elevation +
    1037f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofHikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return Photo ofHikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return Photo ofHikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return

    An easy out and back along the uMlambonja Valley to a quite swimming spot. Requires two river crossings and may increase in difficulty after rainfall. You may continue futher upstream to the marble baths, alas we did not...

  • Oqalweni Circuit (contour path)

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    11.58mi
    Elevation +
    2612f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofOqalweni Circuit (contour path) Photo ofOqalweni Circuit (contour path) Photo ofOqalweni Circuit (contour path)

    An epic trail on some great single track can't recommend it enough. Starting from Cathedral Peak Hotel head out on the Cathedral Peak Path, across the river, Take the left after 5km on to the contour path at about 210...

  • Mushroom Rock

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    wongseek
    Distance
    6.15mi
    Elevation +
    1335f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofMushroom Rock Photo ofMushroom Rock Photo ofMushroom Rock

    Breathtaking valley with revealing views of "dragon's back". First steep climbs to Mushroom Rock, then narrow grass hills upward climbs against fierce winds. After several switchbacks and precarious downhills of narrow p...

  • Day2, Up the Camel's Back to Roland's Cave

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    Redshift3
    Distance
    3.84mi
    Elevation +
    4997f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofDay2, Up the Camel's Back to Roland's Cave Photo ofDay2, Up the Camel's Back to Roland's Cave Photo ofDay2, Up the Camel's Back to Roland's Cave

    Considered one of the more difficult passes to get from the contour path at the bottom to the top of the escarpment. Mist and later rain on the day made this a really difficult climb. Thank goodness for the comfort of Ro...

  • Cathedral Peak Hotel to Baboon Rock and return

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    6.10mi
    Elevation +
    2051f
    TrailRank
    35| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCathedral Peak Hotel to Baboon Rock and return Photo ofCathedral Peak Hotel to Baboon Rock and return Photo ofCathedral Peak Hotel to Baboon Rock and return

    One of the four walks promoted by the hotel that can be done in approximately 4hrs return. There are a few steep sections that will test the mettle of anyone who is nervous of heights. Otherwise great views of Central D...

    Bit of a cliff climb if you are a hill walker but rewarding
    jennymaybrennan

  • Cathedral Peak

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    Franco Pretorius
    Distance
    11.46mi
    Elevation +
    4406f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofCathedral Peak Photo ofCathedral Peak Photo ofCathedral Peak

    Beautiful trial but a little tuff, anyone reasonable fit would be able to complete it. If you want to summit go in the winter or dry months. No guide is needed if you have a map. Leave early and rather finish early than ...

  • Doreen Falls

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    wongseek
    Distance
    3.54mi
    Elevation +
    538f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofDoreen Falls Photo ofDoreen Falls Photo ofDoreen Falls

    Nice easy family hike across grasslands, hillsides and Doreen Falls exploratory bouldering and cool waters.

  • Belinda's Loop

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    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    16.45mi
    Elevation +
    2320f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofBelinda's Loop Photo ofBelinda's Loop Photo ofBelinda's Loop

    A nice loop up for the Hotel past Mushroom Rock on to the contour path and down Mikes path. Well worth a trip out on a clear day with the cliffs of Cleft Peak keeping you company all the way.

  • Cathedral Peak

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    Ilze Johnston
    Distance
    11.57mi
    Elevation +
    5052f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofCathedral Peak Photo ofCathedral Peak Photo ofCathedral Peak

    Very difficult and technical hike with a 5 hour steep climb, including ropes and a chain ladder at the end. Then defending for 5 hours on rocky terrain.

  • Rainbow gorge to Tryme hill connection (off route)

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    Neppuc
    Distance
    0.57mi
    Elevation +
    692f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofRainbow gorge to Tryme hill connection (off route) Photo ofRainbow gorge to Tryme hill connection (off route) Photo ofRainbow gorge to Tryme hill connection (off route)

    I read about a path at the end of the rainbow gorge. Although I couldn't find it, climbing my way out of the gorge was really fun. If you're a mountain monkey I'm sure you will as well. Continue the rainbow gorge afte...

  • Rainbow Gorge desde Didima resort

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    lamorosangel
    with raspajina
    Distance
    5.21mi
    Elevation +
    1371f
    TrailRank
    74
    Photo ofRainbow Gorge desde Didima resort Photo ofRainbow Gorge desde Didima resort Photo ofRainbow Gorge desde Didima resort

    NOTA IMPORTANTE: LA DIFICULTAD CON LA QUE CATALOGO MIS RUTAS ESTÁ REFERIDA PARA MONTAÑEROS HABITUADOS A CAMINAR, QUE SE DESENVUELVEN CON SOLTURA POR TODOS LOS TERRENOS, NO PARA SENDERISTAS OCASIONALES. SI TIENES POCA EXP...

  • Barker's Chalet

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    James Seymour
    Distance
    2.44mi
    Elevation +
    1047f
    TrailRank
    17
    Photo ofBarker's Chalet Photo ofBarker's Chalet Photo ofBarker's Chalet

    The hike starts at the boom gate or the hotel. Best to use Swing Bridge and mountain bike route. Mombanje River can be difficult to cross in Summer. Some 8km in total.

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