Kruger National Park
S52 Red Rocks Loop, Kruger National Park
The S52 Red Rocks Loop is a 54.8 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 55.1 km from Punda Maria Gate. It connects to H1-6. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The S52, the Shingwedzi River loop, is a gravel loop west of Shingwedzi camp that leaves the H1-6 and follows the Shingwedzi River before rejoining the H1-6. It passes the Red Rocks viewpoint, the Tshanga lookout, and Joao and Buig-of-bars waterholes.
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Habitat along the S52 Red Rocks Loop
Mixed bushveld: Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.
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Waterholes and stops on the S52 Red Rocks Loop
- Tshanga ViewpointViewpointTshanga Viewpoint is a secluded lookout on the S52 Red Rocks Loop in northern Kruger, set among large boulders above the Tshanga River. From the rocky rise, the viewpoint opens onto sweeping views…On the road
- Red Rocks ViewpointViewpointRed Rocks Viewpoint overlooks the Shingwedzi River where it cuts through distinctive reddish Gubyane sandstone, forming smooth rock surfaces and water-filled potholes. The surrounding riverine…On the road
- Shipiriwhiri Loop ViewpointViewpointThis unnamed viewpoint on the Shipiriwhiri Loop sits directly beside the river, offering an intimate view of the water and surrounding riverine woodland. The river provides an important source of…150 m off the road
- Joao Waterhole ViewpointViewpointJoão Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks the waterhole along the S52 Shingwedzi River Loop in northern Kruger. The waterhole is closely associated with João, one of the park’s legendary Magnificent Seven…250 m off the road
- Buig-of-bars Waterhole ViewpointViewpointBuig-of-bars Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks a borehole waterhole in the remote Bateleur area of northern Kruger, near Rooibosrand Dam. The surrounding mopane bushveld makes this a quiet wildlife…550 m off the road
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S52 Red Rocks Loop questions
Where is the S52 Red Rocks Loop in Kruger National Park?
The S52 Red Rocks Loop is a 54.8 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 55.1 km from Punda Maria Gate. It connects to H1-6.
How long does it take to drive the S52 Red Rocks Loop?
About 82 minutes without stopping at the 40 km/h limit. Allow much longer if you stop at the waterholes and for sightings.
What animals can you see on the S52 Red Rocks Loop?
The S52 Red Rocks Loop runs through mixed bushveld, which suits hooded vulture, kudu (greater), smiths bush squirrel, white headed vulture and african civet.
Are there waterholes or hides on the S52 Red Rocks Loop?
Yes. Along the S52 Red Rocks Loop you'll find Tshanga Viewpoint, Red Rocks Viewpoint, Shipiriwhiri Loop Viewpoint, Joao Waterhole Viewpoint and Buig-of-bars Waterhole Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the S52 Red Rocks Loop 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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