Shale Trail
Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Western Cape, South Africa
Loop trail in Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Western Cape, South Africa. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 174 ft (53 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 1,306 ft (398 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Questions about Shale Trail
How long is Shale Trail?
Shale Trail is 0.6 mi (1 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 174 ft (53 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,306 ft (398 m).
How hard is Shale Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Shale Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Shale Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Shale Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Shale Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Shale Trail?
Kokerboom Restaurant, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Drommedaris Suprette, 1.2 mi (1.9 km).
Is this a good week for Shale 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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