Viewpoint · Kruger National Park
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint, Kruger
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 350 m off the S146, about 40 km from Phalaborwa Gate.
About Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint lies at the end of the S146, southwest of Mopani, in a secluded area of mixed mopane woodland. The dam is an open expanse of water beside a cluster of small granite hills, creating a striking contrast with the surrounding bushveld. It is particularly worthwhile for birding, with waterbirds such as African Openbills, lapwings and plovers regularly associated with the dam.
Where to find Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 350 m off the S146, about 40 km from Phalaborwa Gate. See exactly where it is on the map, and navigate to it, in the opspoor app.
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Habitat around Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint
Bushveld by S142 (north-west) (mixed bushveld): Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.
Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint questions
Where is Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint?
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 350 m off the S146, about 40 km from Phalaborwa Gate.
Which road is Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint on?
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint is about 350 m off the S146.
What animals can you see at Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint?
Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint sits in mixed bushveld, which suits hooded vulture, kudu (greater), smiths bush squirrel, white headed vulture and aardvark.
Can I use opspoor at Stapelkop Dam Viewpoint without signal?
Yes. Signal in Kruger National Park can be patchy, and opspoor works fully offline: you can see sightings you've already loaded and log your own, which sync when you're back in range.
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