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Sterkspruit Falls – Sterkspruit River Pool loop from Monk's Cowl

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Sterkspruit Falls – Sterkspruit River Pool loop from Monk's Cowl

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4.8

(25)

184

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Sterkspruit Falls – Sterkspruit River Pool loop from Monk's Cowl

01:05

3.58km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

uKhahlamba / Drakensberg Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

50 m

Monks Cowl Entrance – Maloti-Drakensberg Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Different hikes start from here

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2

451 m

The pools should not be seen as the highlight of the hike

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3

1.64 km

Sterkspruit Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

A beautiful waterfall along the hiking trail

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2.11 km

Sterkspruit River Pool

Highlight • River

Bathing is good when the weather is good

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3.58 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.16 km

187 m

161 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.10 km

1.24 km

161 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 21 October

28°C

13°C

14 %

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