OVERVIEW
The Karkloof is excellent mountain biking country. Every year, there are about 10 MTB races in the greater area with the main event being the Karkloof Classic held each May.
On your bike
Starting at the beautiful Rockwood Lodge, this 20 km ride follows a well-marked circuit in and around the Karkloof Nature Reserve, including some plantation roads and one steep, rocky climb. There are many river crossings with some sections on singletrack through the indigenous Karkloof Forest so fit proper off-road tyres to your bike. The trail passes by two waterfalls and has some spectacular views out over the Karkloof Valley. Rockwood Lodge can organize longer, guided rides for fitter riders looking for a challenge.
Off the bike
In addition to fishing, birding and abseiling down a 54m waterfall in the Karkloof Nature Reserve, adventure junkies can swing through the indigenous forest with Karkloof Canopy Tours and perhaps come eye-to-eye with a Long-crested eagle or Samango monkey.
GPS: 29°29′17.4″ South / 030°13′47.6″ East