Waterhole · Pilanesberg National Park
Batlhako Dam, Pilanesberg
Batlhako Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 150 m off the Moloto Drive, about 11 km from Bakubung Gate.
About Batlhako Dam
Batlhako Dam is a quiet waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, known as a rewarding stop for birdwatching and wildlife photography. Surrounded by scenic hills, the dam offers a peaceful setting where visitors can watch birds and occasionally spot larger wildlife near the water.
Where to find Batlhako Dam
Batlhako Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 150 m off the Moloto Drive, about 11 km from Bakubung Gate. See exactly where it is on the map, and navigate to it, in the opspoor app.
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Habitat around Batlhako Dam
Dam by Moloto Drive (dams and rivers): Permanent open water: dams, lakes and flowing rivers.
Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources
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Batlhako Dam questions
Where is Batlhako Dam?
Batlhako Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 150 m off the Moloto Drive, about 11 km from Bakubung Gate.
Which road is Batlhako Dam on?
Batlhako Dam is about 150 m off the Moloto Drive.
What animals can you see at Batlhako Dam?
Batlhako Dam sits in dams and rivers, which suits african darter, african fish eagle, african helmeted terrapin, african pygmy goose and black heron.
Can I use opspoor at Batlhako Dam without signal?
Yes. Signal in Pilanesberg 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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