Lakeside to Muizenberg Peak, St James Peak and Ou Kraal

Rocks on the way from Muizenberg Peak to St James

This point-to-point hike begins with a steady ascent from Boyes Drive in Lakeside. The first turn to the left leads you toward Muizenberg Peak, then crosses over the top of Pecks Valley and continues on to St James Peak. From St James Peak, the path veers down and continues over Baileys Kloof, descending to Ou Kraal on Boyes Drive. 

Meeting Point: Ou Kraal on Boyes Drive just before Sharkspotters driving from Kalk Bay. Leave cars at Ou Kraal and drive to start of hike on Boyes Drive in Lakeside. 

Meeting spot Ou Kraal: Google Maps Location 

Meeting spot Lakeside: Google Maps Location 

Hiking Time: 3hrs 30min 

Distance: 5.26km

Elevation: 494m

Grade: Moderately Strenuous

🐶 Dog friendly 

Route Notes: Starts with a relatively steep ascent. Path is easy to navigate. 

Hiking Map: Lakeside to Oukraal AllTrails Map or download the GPX Route

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