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22 Waterfalls

carynkaleido — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:07:44 +0000

22 Waterfalls: At the Waterval Private Nature Reserve at the foot of the Olifantsrivier Mountain, is a trail past 22 waterfalls. The trail winds through a forested ravine with a stream running through it. Further upstream some pools are deep and good for swimming in. The waterfalls and pools are spectacular after a bit of rain. The hiking trail is well-marked. There are wooden ladder bridges and lots of boulders to scramble over. Hikers need to be fairly fit and able. Bookings need to be made as a maximum of 20-day visitors or hikers are allowed on weekends only. Dogs are not allowed. Woodhead dam and tunnelHikes on Table MountainTable Mountain Cableway bookings@22watervalle.co.za Waterval Private Nature Reserve, off the R44, Porterville 32°59’07.8″S 19°01’34.3″E

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Beaverlac campsite

carynkaleido — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 10:23:28 +0000

Beaverlac campsite is where you can come and fly the skies where black eagles soar, hike the paths of the leopard, climb the rocks where baboons play and spend some time at a rock pool each day. There are various hiking trails and caves, some of which are decorated with rock art dating back thousands of years. Tucked high up in the Olifants River Mountains above Porterville, Beaverlac offers camping and cabins to maximize your enjoyment of nature. Situated in a secluded 5000-hectare valley surrounded by mountains, Beaverlac is blessed with two rivers, the Ratel (Honey Badger) and the Olifants. The rustic and tranquil campsite surrounded by wild mountains offers peace and quiet and a beautiful mountain pool with a waterfall is a 5-minute walk away. Those who don’t want to camp can book one of our cottages. Dogs are allowed in the campsite, but not in the rock pools where people are swimming. The site is not open to day visitors. There is no wifi and cellphone reception is not good. Beaverlac Campsite, Porterville, via N7 beaverlac.kantoor@gmail.com

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Fly Porterville

carynkaleido — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 15:57:35 +0000

Fly Porterville: We cater for the needs of all foot-launch pilots, hoping to exceed their personal-best flights, to improve their knowledge of cross-country flying through our Advanced Thermaling and Cross-country Courses, or simply have some real fun in thermic conditions. Gnarled cliffs provide a spectacular backdrop to this highly technical, thermic mountain paragliding site. For the upper launch site, prior arrangements with the Conservation Department are required. Military helicopter training area D159 (call Ysterplaat Airforce Base 021 508 6911 to see if active) The 3rd car park from the top of the pass. In SW use the car park overlooking the tunnel entrance. Or if you can organize the key, you can launch in a constricted gully high in the peaks with another peak upwind of you, in front of the southernmost radio mast.

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Groot Winterhoek Wilderness Area

carynkaleido — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 11:40:35 +0000

The Groot Winterhoek Wilderness is known for its rugged, wild landscape, The greater area is particularly important for protecting mountain fynbos and wildlife. It is also one of Cape Town’s sources of fresh, clean water, and is a World Heritage Site. The landscape is filled with fynbos . The Protea Pool and Disa Pool are a short walk from the parking lot. There are some ancient San and Khoi rock paintings to be seen, also the oldest farm was established here by settlers in 1875. Early settlers in the area used animals to transport produce and supplies between Porterville and Saron, the tracks are still visible above Driebosch and Weltevrede.. There’s plenty to do in Groot Winterhoek, including various day and overnight hikes. De Hel natural pools are some of the largest in the Cape, on the much longer De Tronk trail. These are harder to access via a very steep path. However, the water is crystal clear. Note that there is no reception inside the park, which means management won’t allow lone hikers. Dogs are not allowed on Cape Nature trails. There is an entrance fee and booking and permits are required There is no cell phone reception inside the park, and for this reason, management won’t allow you to hike alone. The area is great for mountain biking. Hiking. Office: 087 087 8250 (permits & accommodation bookings) GPS: 33.073519 S 19.163143 E De Hel natural pools are some of the largest in the Cape, on the much longer De Tronk trail. These are harder to access via a very steep path. However, the water is crystal clear. Note that there is no reception inside the park, which means management won’t allow lone hikers. Dogs are not allowed on Cape Nature trails. There is an entrance fee and booking and permits are required . Hiking. Office: 087 087 8250 (permits & accommodation bookings) GPS: 33.073519 S 19.163143 E via N1, R44, R365 and Dasklip Pass/Cardouw turn-off reservation.alert@capenature.co.za

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Jan Dankaert Museum

carynkaleido — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 14:32:23 +0000

The Jan Dankaert Museum highlights the town’s history and features Khoisan displays. Jan Dankaert led the first expedition that travelled through this area in 1660. The building was built in 1879 and was initially used as a courthouse and prison. There is also a permanent exhibition of rock painting art from the Groot Winterhoek mountains. 26 Mark Street Porterville jdmuseum@telkomsa.net

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Koppikofi/Villa Cho-Co-Latt Guest House

carynkaleido — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:08:21 +0000

Koppikofi/Villa Cho-Co-Latt Guest House is a four-star establishment and a popular local family restaurant. 39 Basson Street, Porterville,

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Misverstand Dam

carynkaleido — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 18:03:14 +0000

The Misverstand dam on the Berg River as its name suggests (Misunderstanding) was conceived by two farmers who were funding the project. However, they disagreed. If they had got their way, the dam would have been 10 metres deeper thereby destroying much of the land upstream and covering many of the interesting rock formations. The dam, built in 1977 is a combined gravity and arch-type dam that serves municipal and industrial usage. The dam is enjoyed by water sport enthusiasts and the Berg River is navigable for 12 km upstream from the dam wall. The wall is 23 metres high and 26 metres wide. The dam covers 255 hectares and has a capacity of 7,737,000 cubic metres. Club Elani at the dam has basic facilities. There are camping sites and brick cottages reasonably close to the water plus a clubhouse complete with bar and mini-café. several areas of entertainment, are on offer including waterskiing, fishing, hiking, biking, and other activities on or around the dam. Fish commonly found in the dam include carp, largemouth and smallmouth blackbass and Mozambique tilapia. Freshwater fishing species in the Western Cape are explained in our illustrated guide Fishing code of practice 33°01′44″S 18°47′36″E

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Porterville Community Market CEX

carynkaleido — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:23:23 +0000

Porterville Community Market CEX at the Porterville showgrounds, showcasing local small businesses. Sunday 9.00 to 1.00

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Porterville Golf Club

carynkaleido — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:05:53 +0000

Porterville Golf Club is a beautiful 9-hole golf course. Scenic with the mountains as a backdrop. There is a fully licensed clubhouse with great hospitality. Holes: 9 (with alternative tees to play a full 18-hole round) Total Par: 70 (35 per 9 holes) Men’s Length: 5,209 meters (5,688 yards) Olivier Street, Porterville Best golf courses in the Western Cape article

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