The Woodville Big Tree Meander

Woodville Big Tree Meander

Short, scenic, and perfect for all ages, the Big Tree Meander is a gentle forest walk that leads you to one of the Garden Route’s most iconic natural landmarks, an 800-year-old Outeniqua Yellowwood tree. Just 200 metres into the trail, you’ll find this towering giant nestled in the lush Knysna forest.

The rest of the 2.1 km loop winds through indigenous woodland, with wooden bridges and log steps blending seamlessly into the environment. Follow the green footprint signs for a peaceful stroll that takes about 30–45 minutes at a relaxed pace.

Picnic spot
Child friendly

How to get to the Woodville Big Tree Hiking Trail?

Travelling from George towards the east (Knysna/Port Elizabeth direction) on the N2 highway:

Head East on the N2: Drive past the town of Wilderness.
Take the Hoekwil Turn-off: Look for the turn-off marked Hoekwil (it is the first turn-off after the Wilderness section of the N2, on the Knysna side).
Follow Hoekwil Road: Keep on Hoekwil road all the way to the top of the mountain. Past Touwsranten, the road will join the Seven Passes Road. Keep travelling east.
Follow signs for Woodville Big Tree: Continue on this (now Seven Passes-) road for approximately 3.2 km to the Woodville turn-off.
Turn left to the Picnic Site: Look for the sign on your left directing you to the Woodville Big Tree and the picnic area.
Parking: the last 600m to the parking area is a gravel road.

The Woodville Big Tree site is generally open from 08:00 to 16:00 (Gates close at 16:00). You will need to obtain a permit and pay a small SANParks conservation fee at the entrance.

Start Coordinates: (DD)	-33.935124 22.645208
	3J7W+X34 Wilderness
Start/Finish	SANParks Garden Route National Park – Woodville Big Tree
Distance	± 2.1 km
Elevation Gain	± 54 m
Perceived Exertion	Easy
Trail System	Seven Passes
Surface	Forest hiking trail
Route Markers	Yes
GPX Map	Download GPX file for self-navigation on your GPS device or smartphone.