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Platteklip Gorge Hiking Trail

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Platteklip Gorge Hiking Trail

Platteklip Gorge Hiking Trail

Recommended by 51 hikers out of 53

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Please check local regulations for: Table Mountain National Park

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    1. Platteklip Gorge Trail – Table Mountain Summit loop from Bakoven

    6.01km

    03:34

    690m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Intermediate

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    February 10, 2025

    If you are looking for the oldest, most direct, fastest and most popular route (starting early helps) up Table Mountain and want to really get your heart racing, then this is the right place for you. A trail that consists mostly of rock steps, "stair climbing for advanced climbers" so to speak. 2.5 km and 650 meters of elevation gain are overcome. If you don't have enough time to fit a climb up Table Mountain into your vacation itinerary, we highly recommend it - we were impressed!

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      July 12, 2025

      Have an early start to avoid the crowds that quickly build up on days with good weather. Wear layers especially in winter as the top can quickly get to low temperatures.

        May 21, 2024

        The fastest, but unfortunately also the steepest and most boring climb. Check out my profile for a better tour.

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