Waterhole · Pilanesberg National Park
Ruighoek Dam, Pilanesberg
Ruighoek Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 250 m off the Tlou Drive, about 8 km from Bakubung Gate.
About Ruighoek Dam
Ruighoek Dam is a quieter wildlife and birdwatching spot in Pilanesberg, located away from some of the park’s busier viewing areas. The nearby hide overlooks the water and makes it a rewarding place to wait patiently for birds and wildlife to appear.
Where to find Ruighoek Dam
Ruighoek Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 250 m off the Tlou Drive, about 8 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 Ruighoek Dam
Dam by Tlou Drive (dams and rivers): Permanent open water: dams, lakes and flowing rivers.
Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources
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Ruighoek Dam questions
Where is Ruighoek Dam?
Ruighoek Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 250 m off the Tlou Drive, about 8 km from Bakubung Gate.
Which road is Ruighoek Dam on?
Ruighoek Dam is about 250 m off the Tlou Drive.
What animals can you see at Ruighoek Dam?
Ruighoek 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 Ruighoek 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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