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Maclear's Beacon

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Maclear's Beacon

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Maclear's Beacon

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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    1. Skeleton Gorge Trail – Table Mountain Summit loop from Klaassenbosch

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    2. Platteklip Gorge Trail – Table Mountain Summit loop from Oranjezicht

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    3. Waterfall in Skeleton Gorge – Skeleton Gorge Trail loop from Klaassenbosch

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    January 10, 2022

    It is the highest point of the Table Mountain plateau, at 1,086 meters above sea level. This stone mound is named after Thomas Maclear, a South African astronomer who set out to recalculate the dimensions and shape of the Earth. He installed this triangulation station which today bears his name.

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      November 1, 2018

      Great view of Cape Point. Two oceans included. The slightly better way is definitely worth it in good weather! ️

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        November 11, 2018

        Highest point on the table mountain plateau. Table Mountain is said to be 1,086 m high at this point. From the upper cableway station it takes about an hour. The way is largely flat and with the right shoes and matching clothes for everyone to deal with. At one point you have to climb down a short distance. Chains are appropriate to simplify this. Great view over Cape Town and Table Mountain.

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          January 15, 2017

          The "peak" of table mountain with probably a nice view over Cape Town if you don't have thick fog up here.

            October 30, 2018

            The highest peak on Table Mountain. Depending on the source about 1085 m above sea level. NN.
            On the longer circular tour on the plateau, you can walk along the southern edge until you get a nice view of the 12 Apostles and the water reservoirs of the city and on the north side.

            Beware, it can be very windy, which is just at the edge of the rock to danger. Do not go in fog!

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              November 9, 2020

              On the way to the cable car, you pass the highest point of the Table Mountain, the Maclears beacon. Even if there is no summit cross, you have reached the highest point at 1086m.

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                July 13, 2023

                A hike on Table Mountain is absolutely worthwhile!

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