The Ferndale route is an easy 10km loop for beginner mountain bikers or families with young children. There are some nice views of the many fern species in the area along the way.
The route starts at the Witfontein forestry station at Cape Nature’s Outeniqua Nature Reserve.
Take the N12 to Oudtshoorn (towards the Outeniqua Pass). Just outside George (800m from the traffic circle at the Engen Eco Stop) turn right at the Montagu Pass / Outeniqua sign. Shortly after turning here turn right again into the Witfontein Forestry plantation. Sign in at the boom gate. Entry is free.
Start Coordinates: (DD) | -33.935358 ; 22.427240 |
Start/Finish | Outeniqua Nature Reserve (Office) |
Distance | ± 10.0 km |
Elevation Gain | ± 240 m |
Perceived Exertion | Easy |
Trail System | Witfontein |
Surface | Jeep Track Plantation road |
Route Markers | None |
GPX Map | Download GPX file for self-navigation on your GPS device or smart phone. |
ESTIMATED TIME
Mountain Biking | ± 30 m — 50 m |
Trail Running | ± 40 m — 1 h 10 m |
Hiking | ± 1 h 30 m — 2 h 30 m |
FACILITIES AT THE START
- Parking
- Restroom
- Water
ESTABLISHMENTS EN ROUTE
LAND OWNERS & MANAGERS
- DAFF
- Cape Nature
Weather Data Source: 7 tage wetter