Black Elephant Trail
Garden Route National Park, Western Cape, South Africa
Loop trail in Garden Route National Park, Western Cape, South Africa. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.3 mi (8.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 955 ft (291 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 10 min
- High point
- 1,713 ft (522 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Toilets: Toilets 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Hut: Diepwalle Hut 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Visitor center 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Picnic area: Ysterhoutrug 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Black Elephant Trail
How long is Black Elephant Trail?
Black Elephant Trail is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 10 min. It climbs 955 ft (291 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,713 ft (522 m).
How hard is Black Elephant Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Black Elephant Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Black Elephant Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.7 mi (1.2 km).
Is Black Elephant Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
What can you do on Black Elephant Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Black Elephant Trail?
Diepwalle Tea Garden, 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Black Elephant Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Outeniqua Hiking Trail Garden Route National Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
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- Harkerville Coastal Hiking Trail / Harkerville Red Route Garden Route National Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Gum Trail Garden Route Biosphere Reserve · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
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