Closest Town: Hartbeespoort
Grading: Easy to intermediate
Duration: 1-2 hours
Location (Area/Province): Gauteng and Northern Gauteng
Configuration: 15km trail with various options to shorten
Start Point: Hadeda Camp
Access: Entrance fee payable
Beware of: Check for other traffic on the roads.
Facilities: Safe parking, showers, 2 swimming pool, amble braai facilities. Good cell phone reception
Cell Reception: Yes
The Hennops MTB Trail starts at the Hadeda Camp which is situated next to the Hennops River. As soon as the trail starts the river is crossed by a cable car which immediately gets the adrenaline going.
On your bike
The first section of the track follows farm roads on a working cattle farm. The second section follows jeep tracks and is more challenging. Here, there are a few dongas where riders can have some fun crossing obstacles of various difficulties. The final section runs through grass fields and finish with single-track next to the river. The distance of the trail is 15km with various options for the not so fit or kids to escape home. The trail is well marked, and riders will not get lost. Access to the MTB Trail also gives you access to the Hennops Picnic Spot where swimming pools and braai facilities are available. Please note that this is a multiuse facility comprising hikers, MTB, active farming and 4wd vehicles, so please consider everybody.
The facilities are open every day from 07h00. There is currently no shop available at Hennops Picnic Spot, so please bring everything you need for the day. On weekdays, please confirm time of arrival by phoning +26 (0)82 825 9205.
Do not leave any vehicle unattended at the Picnic Spot. Safe parking is available at Hadeda Camp for early weekend and all weekday customers.
Off the bike
Try the hiking or 4×4 trails.
GPS: 25°47’28.918″ South / 27°58’48.464″ East
