The Best Trails in Western Cape (South Africa)

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Photo of Lion's Head with Detour to the Veranda and Wally's Cave - (Table Mountain National Park/ Cape Town) Photo of Woodstock Cave – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town) Photo of Wolfberg Arch Overnight via the Narrow Crack, Day 1 – (Cederberg NR – Sanddrif Resort)
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  • Lion's Head with Detour to the Veranda and Wally's Cave - (Table Mountain National Park/ Cape Town)

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    near Higgovale, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    3.73mi
    Elevation +
    1266f
    TrailRank
    90| Rating 4.45
    Photo ofLion's Head with Detour to the Veranda and Wally's Cave - (Table Mountain National Park/ Cape Town) Photo ofLion's Head with Detour to the Veranda and Wally's Cave - (Table Mountain National Park/ Cape Town) Photo ofLion's Head with Detour to the Veranda and Wally's Cave - (Table Mountain National Park/ Cape Town)

    Lion's Head! Named as such by the Dutch in the 17th century because the mountain resembles a Lion or Sphinx with signal hill being the body. It's an iconic trail and very likely the most walked day hike/trail in South Af...

    I did not find the wally cave but it was a beautiful hike
    Elodie Victor
    Wally’s cave was very cool, would recommend.
    Thomas Missault
    Lions head is a classic, everyone must do this hike at least once. The trail isn't too long or difficult and can be done...
    Maxime Yates

  • Woodstock Cave – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town)

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    near Vredehoek, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    4.10mi
    Elevation +
    1158f
    TrailRank
    89| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWoodstock Cave – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town) Photo ofWoodstock Cave – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town) Photo ofWoodstock Cave – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town)

    A true icon overlooking Cape Town’s skyline, Woodstock Cave is a highly recommended and relatively easy hike accessible from Tafelberg Road. Carved out of Table Mountain Sandstone over the millennia, the 4-meter high, by...

    This is an easy but rewarding hike very close to Cape Town. A short drive up the road and you start the trail next to De...
    Maxime Yates

  • Wolfberg Arch Overnight via the Narrow Crack, Day 1 – (Cederberg NR – Sanddrif Resort)

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    near Wuppertal, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.04mi
    Elevation +
    2333f
    TrailRank
    87| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWolfberg Arch Overnight via the Narrow Crack, Day 1 – (Cederberg NR – Sanddrif Resort) Photo ofWolfberg Arch Overnight via the Narrow Crack, Day 1 – (Cederberg NR – Sanddrif Resort) Photo ofWolfberg Arch Overnight via the Narrow Crack, Day 1 – (Cederberg NR – Sanddrif Resort)

    Recorded on Saturday 23.09.2023. Love it or hate it the Wolfberg Cracks and Arch have become one of the Cape’s more popular hiking attractions thanks to Instagram and other social media platforms. Each post seems to brin...

    We started at Sandrift camp where you can stay the night before which makes an early start easy. You can walk up to the ...
    Maxime Yates

  • Diagonal Route to Tranquility Cracks, Down Corridor Ravine Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town).

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    near Bakoven, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates Pieter Roets Sergio King
    Distance
    7.68mi
    Elevation +
    4485f
    TrailRank
    87| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDiagonal Route to Tranquility Cracks, Down Corridor Ravine Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town). Photo ofDiagonal Route to Tranquility Cracks, Down Corridor Ravine Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town). Photo ofDiagonal Route to Tranquility Cracks, Down Corridor Ravine Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town).

    One of the many, many highlights of Table Mountain are the numerous routes and paths established over the centuries which hikers can pick and choose from. The almost endless permutations of potential routes to choose fro...

    This hike had some very steep sections that were slippery from rain the night before. It would have been much easier if ...
    Maxime Yates

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  • Skeleton Gorge to Maclears Beacon, down Platteklip Gorge and contour to Lower Cable Station - Table Mountain (Cape Town)

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    near Bishopscourt, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    8.14mi
    Elevation +
    3862f
    TrailRank
    86| Rating 4.89
    Photo ofSkeleton Gorge to Maclears Beacon, down Platteklip Gorge and contour to Lower Cable Station - Table Mountain (Cape Town) Photo ofSkeleton Gorge to Maclears Beacon, down Platteklip Gorge and contour to Lower Cable Station - Table Mountain (Cape Town) Photo ofSkeleton Gorge to Maclears Beacon, down Platteklip Gorge and contour to Lower Cable Station - Table Mountain (Cape Town)

    This one way variation of a Table Mountain climb starts at Kirstenbosch, after parking and entering the gardens (there may he an entrance fee depending on the route you take to the trailhead) it follows the signs up to s...

    The trail was awesome (from. my point of view), the first ascent it's a little step, but it has lots of steps and infras...
    Galguilu
    Long trail but will need an Uber from the other side
    Thomas Missault
    Skeleton Gorge through the forest is still my favourite route up Table Mountain 😊 This route down hurts the knees and f...
    Maxime Yates

  • Doring River Circular Trail – (Outeniqua NR – Waboomskraal, George)

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    near Molen Drift, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    9.98mi
    Elevation +
    2231f
    TrailRank
    85| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDoring River Circular Trail – (Outeniqua NR – Waboomskraal, George) Photo ofDoring River Circular Trail – (Outeniqua NR – Waboomskraal, George) Photo ofDoring River Circular Trail – (Outeniqua NR – Waboomskraal, George)

    The Doringrivier Circular Trail in the Doringrivier Wilderness Area of the Outeniqua Nature Reserve has been on my personal to do list for quite some time and after finally attempting this trail I can conclude that it do...

    Entrance to this trail is unclear. We had to climb through an unmarked gate. It had rained recently so we had to walk th...
    Maxime Yates

  • Derdesteen to Melkbos and back Beach Hike – (Blaauwberg NR – Cape Town)

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    near Kalkoond, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    5.18mi
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    83| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDerdesteen to Melkbos and back Beach Hike – (Blaauwberg NR – Cape Town) Photo ofDerdesteen to Melkbos and back Beach Hike – (Blaauwberg NR – Cape Town) Photo ofDerdesteen to Melkbos and back Beach Hike – (Blaauwberg NR – Cape Town)

    This recording is a straightforward in and out beach hike through loose sand which we used as training for our group’s upcoming Fish River Canyon Hike. The trail starts at the Derdesteen Parking Lot just outside of Bloub...

    Very easy casual leg stretch, nothing to strenuous. Beautiful view of Table mountain. There are patches of sharp shells ...
    Maxime Yates

  • Brodie Link Beach Loop - (Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - Pringle Bay)

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    near Pringle Bay, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Sergio King
    Distance
    8.33mi
    Elevation +
    666f
    TrailRank
    82| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofBrodie Link Beach Loop - (Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - Pringle Bay) Photo ofBrodie Link Beach Loop - (Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - Pringle Bay) Photo ofBrodie Link Beach Loop - (Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - Pringle Bay)

    Recording done on 09 Aug 2023. This trail is an easy loop in the Cape Hangklip or Betties Bay areas and can be competed by most hikers with a reasonable fitness level. The trail features Fynbos, Beach Walking and some st...

    This has been a favourite route of mine for years it is easy with very little uphill. The path follows the ocean for a l...
    Maxime Yates

  • Gantouw Ox Wagon Pass – (Hottentots Holland NR – Somerset West)

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    near Sir Lowry's Pass, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates Garry Yates
    Distance
    7.65mi
    Elevation +
    1207f
    TrailRank
    82| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofGantouw Ox Wagon Pass – (Hottentots Holland NR – Somerset West) Photo ofGantouw Ox Wagon Pass – (Hottentots Holland NR – Somerset West) Photo ofGantouw Ox Wagon Pass – (Hottentots Holland NR – Somerset West)

    Please note that to hike this trail you will likely need to organize permission from various landowners as access is gated and locked. I’m unaware of the particulars as I joined another hiking group, but the exact detail...

    Gantouw pass was a very interesting hike. It was a long gradual uphill which wasn't too steep. There are a few unmarked ...
    Maxime Yates

  • Perdekop Loop - (Mont Rochelle NR - Franschhoek)

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    near Franschhoek, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    8.96mi
    Elevation +
    3009f
    TrailRank
    82| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPerdekop Loop - (Mont Rochelle NR - Franschhoek) Photo ofPerdekop Loop - (Mont Rochelle NR - Franschhoek) Photo ofPerdekop Loop - (Mont Rochelle NR - Franschhoek)

    Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve at the top of the Franschhoek Pass is always a great day in the mountains no matter which trail you choose to do. On a clear day the views in all directions are truly spectacular. The fact th...

    Perdekop has such amazing views! It's quite a long trail but it's only steep for a short section and then it flattens ou...
    Maxime Yates

  • Constantia Nek Trail via Cecelia Waterfall Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town)

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    near Shoebury Heights, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    5.03mi
    Elevation +
    1857f
    TrailRank
    82| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofConstantia Nek Trail via Cecelia Waterfall Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town) Photo ofConstantia Nek Trail via Cecelia Waterfall Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town) Photo ofConstantia Nek Trail via Cecelia Waterfall Loop – (Table Mountain NP – Cape Town)

    The Constantia Nek Trail is a good alternative to ascending Table Mountain’s back table via the commonly used Jeep track. The single-track footpath runs parallel to the road up past the Eagles Nest corner and on to meet ...

    The uphill in the beginning was quite long but the scenery from the top was beautiful. The forest section was my favouri...
    Maxime Yates

  • Cecelia Forest Loop up to Uitkyk back down Jeep Track via Eagles Nest and Contour - (Table Mountain NP/Cape Town)

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    near Constantia Heights, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.44mi
    Elevation +
    1263f
    TrailRank
    82| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCecelia Forest Loop up to Uitkyk back down Jeep Track via Eagles Nest and Contour - (Table Mountain NP/Cape Town) Photo ofCecelia Forest Loop up to Uitkyk back down Jeep Track via Eagles Nest and Contour - (Table Mountain NP/Cape Town) Photo ofCecelia Forest Loop up to Uitkyk back down Jeep Track via Eagles Nest and Contour - (Table Mountain NP/Cape Town)

    Did this short loop through a section of forest to take the dogs for a good leg stretch. The trail starts and ends at Cecelia Forest parking lot, if you are not able to find a parking in the main parking area try use Hoh...

    Very beautiful forest scenery and views over the suburbs when you get up high. There is a slight uphill section but it's...
    Maxime Yates

  • Muizenberg Cave Loop via the Waterfall and Amphitheater – (Silvermine East – Cape Town)

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    near Oude Raapkraal, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    8.37mi
    Elevation +
    1309f
    TrailRank
    81| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofMuizenberg Cave Loop via the Waterfall and Amphitheater – (Silvermine East – Cape Town) Photo ofMuizenberg Cave Loop via the Waterfall and Amphitheater – (Silvermine East – Cape Town) Photo ofMuizenberg Cave Loop via the Waterfall and Amphitheater – (Silvermine East – Cape Town)

    Silvermine East boasts a vast network of trails and paths leading to peaks, pools, caves, forests and more. This route was selected as a first day’s training route for its minimal altitude gain with a relatively long non...

    This was a very enjoyable walk around Silvermine Nature Reserve. The waterfall was flowing rapidly and the reserve was b...
    Maxime Yates

  • Seekombuis to Tietiesbaai Loop – (Cape Columbine NR – Paternoster)

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    near Paternoster, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    5.61mi
    Elevation +
    233f
    TrailRank
    81| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSeekombuis to Tietiesbaai Loop – (Cape Columbine NR – Paternoster) Photo ofSeekombuis to Tietiesbaai Loop – (Cape Columbine NR – Paternoster) Photo ofSeekombuis to Tietiesbaai Loop – (Cape Columbine NR – Paternoster)

    This easy loop starts and ends at the Seekombuis restaurant in the Cape Columbine Nature Reserve. It is a good option for a walk when staying in Paternoster or somewhere close by on the West Coast. A short drive out on P...

    A very easy walk along the coast. Beautiful ocean views all along. The water is a bright blue at the bay and the trail h...
    Maxime Yates

  • Cape of Good Hope Loop - (Cape Point NR - Cape Town)

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    near Brightwater, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    6.53mi
    Elevation +
    1358f
    TrailRank
    80| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCape of Good Hope Loop - (Cape Point NR - Cape Town) Photo ofCape of Good Hope Loop - (Cape Point NR - Cape Town) Photo ofCape of Good Hope Loop - (Cape Point NR - Cape Town)

    Trail time: 3hrs and 30mins including stops. Nothing quite describes the "at end of the earth" feeling one gets when visiting Cape Point. If one considers a Southwest bearing, then in many regards this reserve really ...

    Cape point is amazing when it's good weather and the wind isn't blowing too strongly. The hike was straightforward and n...
    Maxime Yates

  • Terblans Yellow Bushpig Nature Walk - Gouna (Knysna Forest)

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    near Gouna, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    3.73mi
    Elevation +
    686f
    TrailRank
    79| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofTerblans Yellow Bushpig Nature Walk - Gouna (Knysna Forest) Photo ofTerblans Yellow Bushpig Nature Walk - Gouna (Knysna Forest) Photo ofTerblans Yellow Bushpig Nature Walk - Gouna (Knysna Forest)

    Starting and ending at grootdraai on Kom se pad in the Gouna region of the Knysna Forest. The trail starts with a descent down to a river and then followed by a sharp ascent of stairs thereafter the "hard" work for the d...

    Enjoyable forest trail
    Andre Eady
    Beautiful hike through the forest. Easy walk, well marked trail
    Maxime Yates

  • Cape Hangklip Climb - (Pringle Bay)

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    near Pringle Bay, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.16mi
    Elevation +
    1486f
    TrailRank
    79| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCape Hangklip Climb - (Pringle Bay) Photo ofCape Hangklip Climb - (Pringle Bay) Photo ofCape Hangklip Climb - (Pringle Bay)

    Cape Hangklip climb is an easy to moderate route that has spectacular coastal views. The trail starts from a suburban road in Pringle Bay and follows the stream into the valley before ascending up to the summit. The trai...

    This trail is absolutely beautiful. The views over the sea with the surrounding mountains is really amazing. The path do...
    Maxime Yates

  • Panorama Trail with detour to Guardian Peak/Sterrekykerskop - Jonkershoek NR (Stellenbosch)

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    near Kylemore, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    9.01mi
    Elevation +
    3668f
    TrailRank
    79| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPanorama Trail with detour to Guardian Peak/Sterrekykerskop - Jonkershoek NR (Stellenbosch) Photo ofPanorama Trail with detour to Guardian Peak/Sterrekykerskop - Jonkershoek NR (Stellenbosch) Photo ofPanorama Trail with detour to Guardian Peak/Sterrekykerskop - Jonkershoek NR (Stellenbosch)

    The ever popular Panorama circuit in Jonkershoek done in reverse with a detour to the summit of Guardian Peak or Sterrekykerskop. This is one of the most scenic trails around with vistas starting as soon as one parks and...

    Always a nice trail, good breaks between steep sections. Expect a long day out. Loads of good picnic spots with awesome ...
    Maxime Yates

  • Bretagne and Paarl Rock Loop - Paarlberg Nature Reserve (Paarl)

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    near Paarl, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    6.83mi
    Elevation +
    1129f
    TrailRank
    79| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofBretagne and Paarl Rock Loop - Paarlberg Nature Reserve (Paarl) Photo ofBretagne and Paarl Rock Loop - Paarlberg Nature Reserve (Paarl) Photo ofBretagne and Paarl Rock Loop - Paarlberg Nature Reserve (Paarl)

    Starting and ending at the Paarlberg main picnic site this trail mostly follows well established Jeep tracks through the nature reserve. The route initially winds up the Jeep track until a pay-point is reached this is wh...

    Incredibly beautiful and engaging 🙌
    Nikita Leys
    Very nice trail not difficult or technical at all, beautiful scenery and flowers. Hat and sunscreen essential in warmer ...
    Maxime Yates

  • Banghoek Waterfall - (Kylemore/Stellenbosch)

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    near Kylemore, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.42mi
    Elevation +
    1168f
    TrailRank
    78| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofBanghoek Waterfall - (Kylemore/Stellenbosch) Photo ofBanghoek Waterfall - (Kylemore/Stellenbosch) Photo ofBanghoek Waterfall - (Kylemore/Stellenbosch)

    This short walk is an easy to nagivigate trail to the Banghoek Waterfall. The trail starts at a parking lot and follows jeep tracks through the level foreground to the slopes of the Drakenstein range. Thereafter a well d...

    Nice easy walk to a beautiful waterfall. Take care on the ropes near the falls.
    Maxime Yates

  • Devils Peak (Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town)

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    near Vredehoek, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    3.57mi
    Elevation +
    1883f
    TrailRank
    78| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDevils Peak (Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town) Photo ofDevils Peak (Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town) Photo ofDevils Peak (Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town)

    Following the standard Route up and down Devils Peak from Tafelberg road. This route is well demarcated for most of the way up. Only near the summit does the trail split into different path options but the trigonometric ...

    Very scenic and easy to follow , thanks for the detailed description
    Rania Fahed
    Great trail, just take care of the sun in summer months
    Maxime Yates

  • Three Dams via Green Route/Lemoenkop - (Fernkloof NR - Hermanus)

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    near Mosselrivier, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    3.91mi
    Elevation +
    630f
    TrailRank
    78| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofThree Dams via Green Route/Lemoenkop - (Fernkloof NR - Hermanus) Photo ofThree Dams via Green Route/Lemoenkop - (Fernkloof NR - Hermanus) Photo ofThree Dams via Green Route/Lemoenkop - (Fernkloof NR - Hermanus)

    This trail starting and ending at the visitors center in Fernkloof Nature Resevre is an easy trail which rises gradually on a well defined path making it easy enough for hikers and walkers of all ages and fitness levels....

    This was such a beautiful and easy hike. The slopes were gradual and the views through to Hermanus and the sea was an aw...
    Maxime Yates

  • Du Toitskop Summit and Descent via Manganese and Uitkyk - (Mount Rochelle Franschhoek)

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    near Franschhoek, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    5.75mi
    Elevation +
    2274f
    TrailRank
    77| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDu Toitskop Summit and Descent via Manganese and Uitkyk - (Mount Rochelle Franschhoek) Photo ofDu Toitskop Summit and Descent via Manganese and Uitkyk - (Mount Rochelle Franschhoek) Photo ofDu Toitskop Summit and Descent via Manganese and Uitkyk - (Mount Rochelle Franschhoek)

    This trail demarcated with signs and small yellow hiking boots spray painted on rocks ascends via the Vista and Dutoitskop path reaching Du Toitskop. The trail then descends down the the Manganese route to near the Uitky...

    A really great trail, not too difficult or steep but amazing views over Franschhoek
    Maxime Yates

  • Helderberg West Peak Loop - (Helderberg NR - Somerset West)

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    near Vergelegen, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates Isandré Pienaar Pieter Roets
    Distance
    7.87mi
    Elevation +
    2969f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofHelderberg West Peak Loop - (Helderberg NR - Somerset West) Photo ofHelderberg West Peak Loop - (Helderberg NR - Somerset West) Photo ofHelderberg West Peak Loop - (Helderberg NR - Somerset West)

    The Helderberg West Peak as its name suggests is the Westernmost of the Helderberg Peaks standing at 1003m above sea level (GPS recording due to clouds and the changing air pressure made the altitude reading about 20m or...

    This was my first visit back to Helderberg nature reserve after the fires in 2022. It's good to see that most of the hik...
    Maxime Yates

  • Sosyskloof Loop - (Jonkershoek - Stellenbosch)

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    near Kylemore, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.10mi
    Elevation +
    830f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSosyskloof Loop - (Jonkershoek - Stellenbosch) Photo ofSosyskloof Loop - (Jonkershoek - Stellenbosch) Photo ofSosyskloof Loop - (Jonkershoek - Stellenbosch)

    Note that there is an entrance fee to enter Jonkershoek Nature reserve, wildcards don't pay but, at the time of writing, you will need to show your wildcard confirmation email or log into the wildcard website to prove th...

    The trail I suggested and everyone loved it ;). Very easy trail, Beautiful and well marked.
    Maxime Yates

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