Rietvlei Nature Reserve
North Road, Rietvlei Nature Reserve
The North Road is a 4.6 km tar road in Rietvlei Nature Reserve about 3.1 km from Main Gate. It connects to Acacia Route, Hartebees Road, Main Road, Quarry Road and South Road. Here's where it runs and where to stop along the way.
North Road is a tarred road in Rietvlei Nature Reserve that leads toward Marais Dam, with Hippo View and Marais Dam hides at the water and Finfoot hide nearby. Hippo View hide is, as the name says, a good place to look for hippos.
Where the North Road runs
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Open in opspoorWaterholes and stops on the North Road
- Hippo View Bird HideBird HideOverlooking Marais Dam, Hippo View Bird Hide offers a close view across the water and its surrounding wetland habitat. As its name suggests, it is a good place to watch for hippos, while the dam…450 m off the road
- Finfoot Bird HideBird HideThe Finfoot Bird Hide is one of the designated bird hides along Rietvlei Nature Reserve’s self-drive routes, positioned beside the reserve’s wetland and water features. It provides a sheltered…550 m off the road
- Marais Dam HideBird HideMarais Dam is a peaceful stop within Rietvlei Nature Reserve, surrounded by natural vegetation and open Highveld scenery. It offers visitors a relaxing place to take a break, enjoy the surroundings…600 m off the road
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North Road questions
Where is the North Road in Rietvlei Nature Reserve?
The North Road is a 4.6 km tar road in Rietvlei Nature Reserve about 3.1 km from Main Gate. It connects to Acacia Route, Hartebees Road, Main Road, Quarry Road and South Road.
Are there waterholes or hides on the North Road?
Yes. Along the North Road you'll find Hippo View Bird Hide, Finfoot Bird Hide and Marais Dam Hide.
Can I use opspoor on the North Road without signal?
Yes. Signal in Rietvlei Nature Reserve 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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