Kam Dam

The Kammanassie Dam was built in 1923 to store water for irrigation purposes. It is located on the Kammanassie river, appoximately 20km south-east of Oudtshoorn.  The route starts with a steep climb over the Outeniqua Mountains via Montagu Pass then gradually descends over district farm roads via Herold, through Paardepoort, towards the western side of the Kammanassie Dam, and back.

Start Coordinates: (DD)-33.949821 ; 22.434733
Start/FinishEngen Heatherpark, CJ Langenhoven Road, George
Distance± 86.0 km (out & back)
Elevation Gain± 1,389 m
Perceived ExertionHard
Trail SystemKaroo
SurfaceDistrict Gravel Road
Route MarkersNone
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ESTIMATED TIME

Mountain Biking± 4 h — 6 h

FACILITIES AT THE START

  • ATM 
  • Parking 
  • Paypoint
  • Shop
  • Restroom
Weather Data Source: 7 tage wetter