Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve
Nature preserve · Ekurhuleni ·

Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve

Nature preserve · Ekurhuleni ·

Nature reserve offering grassland views, antelope sightings, and hikes

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R550, Heidelberg, South Africa Get directions

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R550, Heidelberg, South Africa Get directions

+27 11 439 6300
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"Cooling Off In A Summer Highveld Thunderstorm Hot Summers in Johannesburg are held at bay by cool, late afternoon thunder showers. The build up of clouds throughout the afternoon, catch amazing colours as the sun goes down and eventually culminate in a lightshow of epic proportions as lightning flickers through the heavens. The afternoon that I captured the photo, I'd headed out to Suikerbosrand which is about 40 minutes from the old Johannesburg CBD. It's a great place away from all the traffic and big buildings of the city. Once we arrived it was only a short while before the clouds lit up and we were met fortunate to witness a scene reminiscent of a beautiful artwork"

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Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve

Gareth D.

Google
Certainly worth adding to anybody bucket list for hiking trails to be explored. The hiking trails are easy to follow and rather challenging from a fitness perspective but the breath taking veiws provided the perfect offset. Enough secured parking and the amenities are well looked after and clean.

Gavin H.

Google
Big skies, long loops, and the feeling you’ve actually left the city. We did one of the shorter circular hikes and still got broad grassland views, antelope sightings, and that quiet you only get when the road noise drops away. Trails are well marked and the gradients are honest but manageable. Take plenty of water, a hat, and decent shoes—there’s limited shade on the ridges. Facilities at the gates are basic but fine. If you like the idea of a “proper” hike without a long drive, this is an easy yes.

Jessica J.

Google
Nature is gorgeous 😍, maintenance needs to be done to infrastructure. Safe ride, tar roads all the way. Don't need a 4x4. We went birding 🦉

Lesego N M.

Google
A great hiking/biking trail with some of the best views. It is a well maintained nature reserve that offers unforgettable memories. The trails are properly marked and the place is very clean. They open very early, weekday visiting hours are 7:00 to 16:00 and 18:00 on weekends. 3 trails 1. Bokmakierie trail which has 3 options 10km and 11,5km & 2. Cheater trail, which is 4,5km 3. 17km

Megan S.

Google
We enjoyed a 11.5km hike which took us 3:30mins. The reserve opens a 7am with a Card only system.No cash is accepted. The pathways are marked out but they can cut some of the bush , although there is alot of clear views. We didnt see any animals along the path but did see some animal dung. The toilets were clean and the place is well kept. The museum is a nice walk for those who want to reminisce.

Matlou N.

Google
Enjoyed the 10,8km hike. Nature at its best , quite a moderate hike with challenging elevations. Stuff so friendly and give best advices. Only did the hike and could not explore other things in the nature reserve.

Jackie C.

Google
We enjoyed the challenge Did the 10km hike Wasn't the easiest hike, gives you a sense of achievement. Paths well marked mostly clean Needs a little maintenance in sections. Don't underestimate the downhills ...

Sanele M.

Google
We did the 10,4km hike! It was challenging, but worth the challenge! Mind over matter ❤️