Pilanesberg National Park
Motlobo, Pilanesberg National Park
The Motlobo is a 2.2 km dirt road in Pilanesberg National Park about 6.9 km from Bakgatla Gate. It connects to Mankwe Way, Thlware and Tshwene. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
Motlobo is a 2.2 km dirt road in the middle of Pilanesberg linking Tshwene, Mankwe Way and Thlware. Twin Dams, two small dams whose water levels vary with the season, is within a kilometer of the road.
Where the Motlobo runs
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Habitat along the Motlobo
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 Motlobo
- Twin DamsWaterholeTwin Dams consists of two smaller dams within Pilanesberg National Park and is a worthwhile stop along the park’s road network. Water levels can vary seasonally, but the surrounding area can still…900 m off the road
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Motlobo questions
Where is the Motlobo in Pilanesberg National Park?
The Motlobo is a 2.2 km dirt road in Pilanesberg National Park about 6.9 km from Bakgatla Gate. It connects to Mankwe Way, Thlware and Tshwene.
What animals can you see on the Motlobo?
The Motlobo runs through open grassland and mixed bushveld, which suits cheetah, wildebeest (blue), yellow mongoose, zebra (plains) and striped polecat.
Are there waterholes or hides on the Motlobo?
Yes. Along the Motlobo you'll find Twin Dams.
Can I use opspoor on the Motlobo 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.
Roads connecting to the Motlobo
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