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King Edward VII Big Tree loop from Diepwalle Hut

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South Africa

King Edward VII Big Tree loop from Diepwalle Hut

Moderate

4.4

(8)

45

hikers

King Edward VII Big Tree loop from Diepwalle Hut

02:20

7.94km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: February 23, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 281 m for 307 m

Permit required

After 6.64 km for 644 m

Permit required

After 7.62 km for 307 m

Permit required

Waypoints

A

Start point

Alpine Hut

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1

129 m

Diepwalle Forest Station – Elephant Walk

Highlight • Trail

We didn't know that you needed a permit for this hiking trail. We were only told when we left. We almost had to pay a fine.
The price is 205 ZAR for foreigners.

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2

1.43 km

King Edward VII Big Tree

Highlight • Natural Monument

One of a few remaining giant Outeniqua Yellowwoods, named in honour of the reigning British King at the time of an official state visit in the 1920s.

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7.94 km

End point

Alpine Hut

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.21 km

1.79 km

936 m

Surfaces

6.37 km

1.57 km

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Highest point (510 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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