Farmers Cliff in Cape Point
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This challenging 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.
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 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.
Important Note — Cape Point payment is credit card only and ID is required. For more info, visit the official Cape Point Website
📍 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.
Route Notes — An easy-to-follow but relatively long hike on a stony coastal path.
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