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Crystal Falls – Sphinx Rock Formation loop from Monk's Cowl
02:11
4.88km
310m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 18, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
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uKhahlamba / Drakensberg Park
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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50 m
Monks Cowl Entrance – Maloti-Drakensberg Park
Highlight • Rest Area
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Tip by
2.14 km
Crystal Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Tip by
2.42 km
Sphinx Rock Formation
Highlight • Natural Monument
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4.88 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.38 km
424 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
4.38 km
409 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,770 m)
Lowest point (1,500 m)
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Sunday 31 May
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