Farmers Cliff Cape Point Hike

This Cape Point Hike climbs Judas Peak and traverses around Paulsberg to Kanonkop, rewarding hikers with expansive views over Buffelsbaai before a steep descent to Booi se Skerm. One of the more scenic Cape Point hiking trails, it’s perfect for hikers seeking great coastal views and a moderate challenge.

Start — The point-to-point hike starts at the Smitswinkel Viewpoint on the left of the Cape of Good Hope Drive shortly after entering the Cape Point Nature Reserve.

Clifftop Traverse — The trail follows the cliffs along the eastern edge of the reserve, offering expansive ocean views as it contours high above the coastline toward Kanonkop.

Descent to the Coast — At Kanonkop, a sharp downhill path leads steeply but easily to the coast, finishing at the Booi se Skerm parking area on Black Rock Road.

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📍 Meeting Point — Leave vehicles at Booi se Skerm parking on Black Rock Road and shuttle back to Smitswinkel Bay viewpoint.

📌 Start Point — Smitswinkel Bay Viewpoint

📌 End Point — Booi se Skerm Parking

⏱️ Hiking Time — 4hrs

📏 Distance — 7.2km

⛰️ Elevation — 387m

🟠 Grade — Moderately Strenuous

🐾🐾 — No dogs allowed in the reserve.

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Route Notes — An easy-to-follow hike on a stony coastal path.

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Part of our collection of Cape Point hikes in the Cape Point Nature Reserve. Explore more Cape Point Hiking Trails in our Cape Point Hiking Guide