Rietvlei Nature Reserve

Waterbok Hoek, Rietvlei Nature Reserve

The Waterbok Hoek is a 1 km dirt road in Rietvlei Nature Reserve about 4.8 km from Main Gate. It connects to South Road. Here's where it runs and where to stop along the way.

Where the Waterbok Hoek runs

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The Waterbok Hoek and the roads it joins. Waterholes, hides and viewpoints along it are on the map in the opspoor app. Road data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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Waterholes and stops on the Waterbok Hoek

  • 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…400 m off the 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…600 m off the road

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Waterbok Hoek questions

Where is the Waterbok Hoek in Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

The Waterbok Hoek is a 1 km dirt road in Rietvlei Nature Reserve about 4.8 km from Main Gate. It connects to South Road.

Are there waterholes or hides on the Waterbok Hoek?

Yes. Along the Waterbok Hoek you'll find Marais Dam Hide and Hippo View Bird Hide.

Can I use opspoor on the Waterbok Hoek 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.

Roads connecting to the Waterbok Hoek

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