Tierkop Trail Run via the Old George Dam
The Tierkop trail run route is a hard, difficult looped route.
This challenging route typically starts at the Garden Route Dam wall and follows trails that run alongside the railway line before reaching the upper sections of the Old George Dam (Swartrivier Dam). Once past the dam wall, the trail climbs steeply towards the Tierkop Hut. The full loop is completed by continuing in a clockwise direction around Tierkop, descending towards Pepsi Pools, and linking back up with the management tracks to return to the starting point.
Suited for experienced trail runners and fit hikers due to significant elevation gain and distance.
| Start Coordinates (DD) | -33.964941 ; 22.512330 |
| Start/Finish | Garden Route Dam wall |
| Distance | ± 23.1 km |
| Elevation Gain | ± 946 m |
| Perceived Exertion | High |
| Trail System | Saasveld |
| Surface | Jeep Track Plantation road |
| Route Markers | None |
| GPX | Download GPX file for self-navigation on your GPS device or smart phone. |
Tierkop from Garden Route Dam
ESTIMATED TIME
| Trail Running | 3-5 h |
| Hiking | 5-7 h |
FACILITIES AT THE START
- Parking
- Water
LAND OWNERS & MANAGERS
- George Municipality
- Cape Nature
