De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail
De Hoop Nature Reserve, Western Cape, South Africa
Out-and-back trail in De Hoop Nature Reserve, Western Cape, South Africa. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.2 mi (5.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 105 ft (32 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 5 min
- High point
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Hippo Pools 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
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Questions about De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail
How long is De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail?
De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 5 min. It climbs 105 ft (32 m) in total, up to a high point of 69 ft (21 m).
How hard is De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail?
Bites Beach Cafe, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale 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.
Trails near De Hoop Coastal Trail / Whale Trail
- Whale Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Moderate · 5 mi (8.1 km)
- Whale Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Hard · 13.7 mi (22 km)
- Whale Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Whale Trail / Klipspringer Hiking Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Klipspringer Hiking Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Moderate · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Whale Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Hard · 11.4 mi (18.4 km)
- Whale Trail De Hoop Nature Reserve · Expert · 13.7 mi (22.1 km)
- Aloe Hill Trail Bontebok National Park · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
More hikes in De Hoop Nature Reserve
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