Kruger National Park
S57 Road, Kruger National Park
The S57 is a 4.6 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 34.8 km from Punda Maria Gate. It connects to H1-7 and S56 Mphongolo Loop. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The S57 is a short gravel road from Boyela waterhole on the H1-7 west to the S56 Mphongolo loop, north of Shingwedzi.
Where the S57 runs
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Habitat along the S57
Open grassland: Open plains with few trees. Grazers gather here and predators hunt across it.
Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources
Waterholes and stops on the S57
- Boyela Waterhole ViewpointViewpointBoyela Waterhole Viewpoint lies on the H1-7 between Shingwedzi and Punda Maria, in the open northern plains near Sirheni. The waterhole is particularly productive for wildlife, with elephants…350 m off the road
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S57 questions
Where is the S57 in Kruger National Park?
The S57 is a 4.6 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 34.8 km from Punda Maria Gate. It connects to H1-7 and S56 Mphongolo Loop.
How long does it take to drive the S57?
About 9 minutes without stopping at the 30 km/h limit. Allow much longer if you stop at the waterholes and for sightings.
What animals can you see on the S57?
The S57 runs through open grassland, mixed bushveld and riverine forest, which suits african striped weasel, cheetah, wildebeest (blue), zebra (plains) and greater red musk shrew.
Are there waterholes or hides on the S57?
Yes. Along the S57 you'll find Boyela Waterhole Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the S57 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.
Roads connecting to the S57
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