Camel Rock - Constantia Nek
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The Camel Rock hike from Constantia Corner is a challenging but exciting hike with some easy scrambling, beautiful fynbos, great views, unusual rock formations and a large dam at the top!
Start — From Constantia Nek parking, take the steep ascent to the left off the jeep track. At the next junction, turn left and curve behind the mountain to follow the ridge path up towards Camel Rock.
Ridge Section — The path continues along the ridge, passing through beautiful fynbos and unusual rock formations. Minimal scrambling is required with one short section of mild exposure. After reaching Camel Rock the path continues towards De Villiers Dam near the Overseers Cottage.
Descent — The return follows the concrete road, with optional shorter side paths along the way back to Constantia Nek parking.
📍 Meeting Point — Constantia Nek parking near the circle where Rhodes Drive meets Hout Bay Main Rd and Constantia Main Rd.
📌 Meeting Spot — Google Maps
⏱️ Hiking Time — 4hrs
📏 Distance — 5.2km
⛰️ Elevation — 519m
🟠 Grade — Moderately Strenuous
🐾🐾 — Dog Friendly for talented dogs
Route Notes — Very little easy scrambling. One short scramble with mild exposure but not technically difficult.
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The Overseers Cottage
Overview — The Overseer's Cottage, built over a century ago to oversee Table Mountain dam construction, offers a rustic yet comfortable self-catering retreat accommodating up to 16 people in two separate units. It is ideal for a unique Cape Town mountain experience.
Facilities — Off the grid with no electricity, but with running water, a gas fridge and stove and limited solar lighting. Braai facilities at the back and a large front deck.
Access — Reachable on foot from Constantia Corner via the jeep track or the adventurous Camel Rock path, with optional return through Disa Gorge. Porterage of luggage and supplies can be arranged through SANParks.
Nearby Hikes — The cottage is near De Villiers Dam and the Back Table, offering easy access to some of the most scenic hikes on Table Mountain and incredible city night views.
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| View of De Villiers Dam from the Overseers Cottage |
For Bookings reserve your stay via the SANParks website
Fantastic hike. Great in summer as it is mostly in the shade in the morning.
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