Golden Gate Highlands National Park - SANParks
Rejuvenation is on offer at Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Spend time in the majestic Maluti Mountains, hiking, horse riding, exploring caves and much more in their indescribable golden glow. The vulture’s restaurant (bird hide) welcomes birders to a proper vulture feast.
Golden Gate Highlands National Park - Nature Reserve
The Golden Gate National Park is a Free State Nature Reserve in South Africa, located in the north eastern part of Free State and derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock.
Golden Gate Biosphere Network - U.S. National Park Service
Apr 25, 2024 · The Golden Gate Biosphere Reserve represents a highly diverse complex of terrestrial, coastal, and marine environments. The reserve is complimented by a rich cultural history with lands and waters in Sonoma, Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo Counties.
Golden Gate Highlands National Park - Wikipedia
Golden Gate Highlands National Park is located in Free State, South Africa, near the Lesotho border. It covers an area of 340 km 2 (130 sq mi). [1] The park's most notable features are its golden, ochre, and orange-hued, deeply eroded sandstone cliffs and outcrops, [2] especially the Brandwag rock. [3]
Hikes, Walks & Trails – Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Ribbok Hiking Trail (28km) The more adventurous should follow the 28km Ribbok Hiking Trail where black wildebeest, blesbok, burchell’s zebra, eland, red hartebeest and springbok are often seen, as well as the rare bearded vulture, bald ibis and black eagle.
Golden Gate Highlands National Park Travel Guide - Nature Reserve
There are a number of Golden Gate Highlands National Park accommodation options to choose from. The park-run Glen Reenen Rest Camp offers a 60 space campsite as well as 32 fully equipped thatched self-catering units.
Six reasons to visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Loved for its unusual scenery and renowned for its golden aura as the sun lights up the sandstone cliffs and outcrops, the Golden Gate Highlands National Park is central to Johannesburg, Durban and Bloemfontein, making it the ideal escape if you long to stretch your legs, breathe fresh mountain air and let nature lift up your soul.
Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Free State
The Golden Gate National Park is a Free State Nature Reserve in South Africa, located in the north eastern part of Free State and derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock.
Golden Gate Highlands National Park - Lonely Planet
The Free State's only national park is known for its dramatic, golden-hued sandstone cliffs and outcroppings, abundant wildlife (including eland, zebra and wildebeest) and centuries-old cave paintings by the San people. The landscape is breathtaking, …
10 Things to Do in Golden Gate Highlands National Park South …
Golden Gate Highlands National Park South Africa is a stunning nature reserve that offers plenty of outdoor activities for visitors. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing nature walk or an adrenaline-pumping adventure, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful national park.