The Best Trails in Western Cape (South Africa)

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  • Zevenwacht - Vineyard, Pine and Gable Loop - (Kuils River, Cape Town)

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    near Kuils River, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.66mi
    Elevation +
    787f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofZevenwacht - Vineyard, Pine and Gable Loop - (Kuils River, Cape Town) Photo ofZevenwacht - Vineyard, Pine and Gable Loop - (Kuils River, Cape Town) Photo ofZevenwacht - Vineyard, Pine and Gable Loop - (Kuils River, Cape Town)

    A reverse variation of the Vine, Pine and Gable Trails at Zevenwacht Wine Estate, the standard Vine trail is approximately 5km and this variation takes it to 7.5km in total. The route starts in the parking lot under the ...

    Good Trail through some beautiful vineyards, can get hot and shade is limited to the start and end of the walk. You will...
    Maxime Yates

  • Elands River trail to the Waterfall - Du Toitskloof (Paarl)

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    near Du Toitskloof, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    7.15mi
    Elevation +
    2379f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 4.84
    Photo ofElands River trail to the Waterfall - Du Toitskloof (Paarl) Photo ofElands River trail to the Waterfall - Du Toitskloof (Paarl) Photo ofElands River trail to the Waterfall - Du Toitskloof (Paarl)

    This trail starts in Du Toitskloof and follows the trail along the Elands River to the official trail end, here we continued along the path before crossing the river and heading up the Waterfall kloof. The Waterfall at t...

    There is quite a long straightforward walk until you reach the actual Kloof. After the river crossing the view starts to...
    MadhafromMadha
    The waterfall is one of the most spectacular of all the hikes in the cape. The bouldering to get there can be challengin...
    Maxime Yates

  • Montagu - Bloupunt Trial

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    near Montagu, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Ma Go
    Distance
    8.85mi
    Elevation +
    3875f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 3.0
    Photo ofMontagu - Bloupunt Trial Photo ofMontagu - Bloupunt Trial Photo ofMontagu - Bloupunt Trial

    This is a nice hiking tour to the bloupunt summit in the Montagu Mountain Reserve. The Bloupunt mountain is just 1226 meters high. But you start something slightly higher than 200 meters above sea level. All in all, you...

    An easy and relatively accessible hiking trail into the high mountains. Dont though be fooled by this as it is a long tr...
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  • Alphen and Diep River Greenbelt Trails - (Constantia - Cape Town)

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    near Alphen, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.97mi
    Elevation +
    443f
    TrailRank
    74| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofAlphen and Diep River Greenbelt Trails - (Constantia - Cape Town) Photo ofAlphen and Diep River Greenbelt Trails - (Constantia - Cape Town) Photo ofAlphen and Diep River Greenbelt Trails - (Constantia - Cape Town)

    This easy greenbelt trail starts and ends at the Alphen greenbelt trail parking lot on Alphen drive next to the Alphen Botique Hotel and Spa. From here the trail follows the Diep River towards the mountain. The path is v...

    This is a nice trail to do if you just want to stretch your legs as it's nothing intense. There was a good mobile coffee...
    Maxime Yates

  • Algeria Waterfall - (Cederberg)

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    near Cederberg, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    3.99mi
    Elevation +
    1220f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofAlgeria Waterfall - (Cederberg) Photo ofAlgeria Waterfall - (Cederberg) Photo ofAlgeria Waterfall - (Cederberg)

    The standard Route up to the magestic Algeria Waterfall. This route starts at the Algeria camp site and heads straight up to the kloof visible in the distance before zigzaging up to a higher altitude and approaching the ...

    Amazing Waterfall!!
    Maxime Yates

  • Klapmutskop Climb from Delvera - (Stellenbosch/Klapmuts)

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    near Elsenburg, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    6.03mi
    Elevation +
    1115f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKlapmutskop Climb from Delvera - (Stellenbosch/Klapmuts) Photo ofKlapmutskop Climb from Delvera - (Stellenbosch/Klapmuts) Photo ofKlapmutskop Climb from Delvera - (Stellenbosch/Klapmuts)

    This trail starting and ending at Delvera is an easy walk through the vineyards and then a short hike up to the 523m summit of Klapmutskop. Klapmutskop contains three botanical zones. On the lower slopes renosterveld giv...

    Such a beautiful hike, Easy to follow and the views over the autumn vineyards was spectacular.
    Maxime Yates

  • Constantiaberg and Elephants Eye Cave loop - (Silvermine Cape Town)

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    near Klein Steenberg, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    5.98mi
    Elevation +
    1867f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofConstantiaberg and Elephants Eye Cave loop - (Silvermine Cape Town) Photo ofConstantiaberg and Elephants Eye Cave loop - (Silvermine Cape Town) Photo ofConstantiaberg and Elephants Eye Cave loop - (Silvermine Cape Town)

    The trail starting at Silvermine nature reserve heading up to elephants Eye Cave and then up to the summit of the Constantiaberg, the route down descends steeply with great views over hout bay and Chapmans Peak drive. Th...

    Amazing Views, trail is well defined except for the top around the tower
    Maxime Yates

  • Muizenberg to Simon's Town

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    near Bailey’s Cottage, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Port flora
    Distance
    11.82mi
    Elevation +
    2267f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofMuizenberg to Simon's Town Photo ofMuizenberg to Simon's Town Photo ofMuizenberg to Simon's Town

    I was looking to explore the area so I took the train from Simon's Town to Muizenberg and then hiked back to the place where I was staying. It is a combination of some difficult climbing/descending (mostly at the start) ...

    👏👏👏
    amirhasan hosseini

  • Maltese Cross - (Cederberg)

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    near Citrusdal, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.43mi
    Elevation +
    1434f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofMaltese Cross - (Cederberg) Photo ofMaltese Cross - (Cederberg) Photo ofMaltese Cross - (Cederberg)

    The Cederberg Maltese Cross hike, obtain a permit from Cederberg Wines just up the road, they will give you the combination to the gate lock. After setting the combination on the lock press the lock loop in and when you ...

    This path was easy to follow. The hike was relatively easy
    Maxime Yates

  • Nature’s Valley Salt River Rugpad loop

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    near Nature’s Valley, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    8.82mi
    Elevation +
    1660f
    TrailRank
    72| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofNature’s Valley Salt River Rugpad loop Photo ofNature’s Valley Salt River Rugpad loop Photo ofNature’s Valley Salt River Rugpad loop

    A trail that begins with the salt river trail but then spilts to the Rugpad and loops through the forest before reaching the lookout of the Salt River. Finishing with a scramble over the blue rocks and a walk along the b...

    Amazing walk from natures valley, Beautiful scenery. If doing this trail in summer dont forget to bring a costume and sw...
    Maxime Yates

  • Helderberg Dome - (Somerset West)

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    near Vergelegen, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    8.34mi
    Elevation +
    4242f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofHelderberg Dome - (Somerset West) Photo ofHelderberg Dome - (Somerset West) Photo ofHelderberg Dome - (Somerset West)

    The climb uo to the Helderberg Dome starting at the Helderberg Nature reserve in Somerset West. The trail starts through the myraid of trails which split at the beginning. As long as you ascend you will be on a correct p...

    This trail was tough but very beautiful and rewarding
    Maxime Yates

  • Cape Columbine Spring Flower Loop - West Coast (Paternoster)

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    near Paternoster, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.97mi
    Elevation +
    358f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCape Columbine Spring Flower Loop - West Coast (Paternoster) Photo ofCape Columbine Spring Flower Loop - West Coast (Paternoster) Photo ofCape Columbine Spring Flower Loop - West Coast (Paternoster)

    A short loop starting and ending at Sea Shack this loop follows the coast path and road until the point just after birthday bay before heading back via the upper road past the lighthouse and back down to sea Shack. If at...

    🙌🙌🙌
    Isandré Pienaar

  • Krom River Trail – (Limietberg NR – Du Toitskloof/Paarl)

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    near Du Toitskloof, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Garry Yates
    Distance
    5.72mi
    Elevation +
    1056f
    TrailRank
    70
    Photo ofKrom River Trail – (Limietberg NR – Du Toitskloof/Paarl) Photo ofKrom River Trail – (Limietberg NR – Du Toitskloof/Paarl) Photo ofKrom River Trail – (Limietberg NR – Du Toitskloof/Paarl)

    Undoubtedly one of the Cape’s favorite trails, Krom river is always a good and relatively easy option for a day of hiking and swimming just an hour or so out of Cape Town. To reach the trail head or starting point from C...

  • Eagles Nest Loop from Constantia Nek - (Constantia/ Cape Town)

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    near Shoebury Heights, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    1.99mi
    Elevation +
    627f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofEagles Nest Loop from Constantia Nek - (Constantia/ Cape Town) Photo ofEagles Nest Loop from Constantia Nek - (Constantia/ Cape Town) Photo ofEagles Nest Loop from Constantia Nek - (Constantia/ Cape Town)

    This quick and very easy trail is a great option for a sunset or sunrise walk or for anyone who is limited for time but wants to get a short trail done. Views from the Eagles nest are spectacular in all directions in par...

    Quick easy trail. Can be done in reverse and provides good views over the Constantia Winelands and a view to the sea
    Maxime Yates

  • Saaltjie Hike - Jonkershoek (Stellenbosch)

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    near Banghoek, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    8.58mi
    Elevation +
    2346f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofSaaltjie Hike - Jonkershoek (Stellenbosch) Photo ofSaaltjie Hike - Jonkershoek (Stellenbosch) Photo ofSaaltjie Hike - Jonkershoek (Stellenbosch)

    This trail starts and ends at the main entrance to Jonkershoek Nature reserve. It's a great alternative if the parking is full at the Waterfall and Swartboskloof trails. The trail makes its way up to the saddle (Saaltjie...

    Loved the viewpoint at Saaltjie, trail isn't all that straightforward
    Maxime Yates

  • Stellenboschberg via Paradyskloof loop - (Stellenbosch)

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    near Paradyskloof, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with saschalee
    Distance
    8.27mi
    Elevation +
    3563f
    TrailRank
    69
    Photo ofStellenboschberg via Paradyskloof loop - (Stellenbosch) Photo ofStellenboschberg via Paradyskloof loop - (Stellenbosch) Photo ofStellenboschberg via Paradyskloof loop - (Stellenbosch)

    This loop begins and ends at the paradyskloof forest. It follows the established jeep tracks around the Dylan Lewis Sculpture garden to a second plantation before diverting left from the jeep track to a single hiking tra...

  • Dirtopia Short Circuit (Muratie - Stellenbosch)

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    near Elsenburg, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    2.58mi
    Elevation +
    472f
    TrailRank
    68| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDirtopia Short Circuit (Muratie - Stellenbosch) Photo ofDirtopia Short Circuit (Muratie - Stellenbosch) Photo ofDirtopia Short Circuit (Muratie - Stellenbosch)

    This is the short circular dirtopia trail starting from Muratie Wine Estate. The trail is easy and the path is well defined and well marked with blue arrows (for hikers and trail runners) there are a few cycling trails w...

    Very easy and very well signposted, lovely short nature/farm and vineyard walk to stretch the legs. Can be done with chi...
    Maxime Yates

  • Gecko Trail Route A (official)

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    near Nuy Valley, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Waya Matata
    with Ninon Roos
    Distance
    9.53mi
    Elevation +
    2444f
    TrailRank
    67| Rating 4.34
    Photo ofGecko Trail Route A (official) Photo ofGecko Trail Route A (official) Photo ofGecko Trail Route A (official)

    The perfect wilderness hiking trail. It’s rough and tough but you find tranquility, remoteness and total solitude. The trail is a mix of Jeep track, narrow hiking tracks and quite a bit of scrambling. Avoid the hot summe...

    Great wilderness walk but, and unfortunately it’s a big but, on route C after the descent from Penhill’s saddle cairn, w...
    stephenf 1
    Amazing views and scenery walking on top of the Langeberg Mountains
    Ninon Roos

  • Botmaskop Hike - Helshoogte/Banhoek (Stellenbosch)

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    near Idasvallei, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    5.19mi
    Elevation +
    2408f
    TrailRank
    67| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofBotmaskop Hike - Helshoogte/Banhoek (Stellenbosch) Photo ofBotmaskop Hike - Helshoogte/Banhoek (Stellenbosch) Photo ofBotmaskop Hike - Helshoogte/Banhoek (Stellenbosch)

    Starting at the parking lot on Rozandal road in Stellenbosch the trail cuts through gum and pine plantations which eventually give way to Fynbos. The path ascends quickly in a relatively short distance to reach the summi...

    Good Hike
    Michel2180

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