How much is entry to Modderfontein Reserve?

The official activities page lists hiking and bird watching at R50 per adult and R40 for children under 12. Picnicking at Dam 3 is R50 per adult and R35 for children under 12. Cycling is R75 per adult and R50 for children under 12. Fishing at Dam 3 needs a separate daily permit. Confirm current rates before you go.

Can you picnic at Modderfontein Reserve?

Yes, at Dam 3 only. The picnic area has limited capacity, braai and ablution facilities. Phone the gate on 081 351 1223 to check space before you arrive. Combo tickets for hikers or cyclists who also want to picnic are sold at the gate. Alcohol is prohibited in the reserve.

Are dogs allowed at Modderfontein Reserve?

No. Official rules: no pets of any kind. Guide dogs for visually impaired guests are the exception, only with prior reserve-management approval and the required veterinary permits.

Modderfontein Reserve

Modderfontein Reserve is a private regional open space on Norfolk Lane, Modderfontein, Johannesburg. It is not a Johannesburg City Parks reserve. Listing: Modderfontein Reserve.

Hours: Gates 06:00–18:00 daily, summer and winter.
Fee: R50
Dogs: Not allowed
Parking: Norfolk Lane, Modderfontein, Johannesburg. Confirm the entrance on the official site.
Phone: 081 351 1223

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Official facts

The reserve’s own site publishes it as 265 hectares, the second-largest private park in Gauteng, with portions of the Modderfontein Spruit, dams, grassland and hills. It is managed by the Greater Modderfontein Property Umbrella Association. Walking trails and bird hides are provided throughout. The official pages do not name kilometre loops, so we do not invent an eight-trail table or a Grebe Dam distance.

Gates 06:00–18:00 daily, summer and winter. Day-use only — no overnight stays. Location on the official site: Norfolk Lane, Modderfontein, Johannesburg.

Published rates

From the official activities page:

Hiking / bird watching — R50 adult, R40 child under 12.
Picnic at Dam 3 — R50 adult, R35 child under 12. Limited capacity. Braai and ablutions. Tickets also at the gate.
Picnic lapa — R840 for 12–15 people (three tables and benches). A larger lapa for up to 60 people is also advertised.
Cycling — R75 adult, R50 child under 12. Trails maintained by Taroko Trails.
Fishing at Dam 3 — catch and release, daily permit. Weekday and weekend rates differ. Fishing tickets are sold online; picnic tickets can be bought at the gate.

Combo tickets for cyclists, hikers and runners who also want to picnic are available at the gate. Phone 081 351 1223 to check Dam 3 space before you arrive. Office 010 007 0660. Email info@modderfonteinreserve.co.za.

Rules that change the day

No pets, except guide dogs with prior management approval.
No alcohol anywhere in the reserve.
Braais, including gas, only in the picnic and fishing area.
No swimming or wading. No boats. No drones.
Stay on walking trails. Do not feed wildlife.

This picnic is a paid private product, not one of the three free JCPZ parks on picnic spots in Johannesburg. Compare a free municipal walk at Delta Park.

Official pages

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Questions

How much is entry to Modderfontein Reserve?: The official activities page lists hiking and bird watching at R50 per adult and R40 for children under 12. Picnicking at Dam 3 is R50 per adult and R35 for children under 12. Cycling is R75 per adult and R50 for children under 12. Fishing at Dam 3 needs a separate daily permit. Confirm current rates before you go.
Can you picnic at Modderfontein Reserve?: Yes, at Dam 3 only. The picnic area has limited capacity, braai and ablution facilities. Phone the gate on 081 351 1223 to check space before you arrive. Combo tickets for hikers or cyclists who also want to picnic are sold at the gate. Alcohol is prohibited in the reserve.
Are dogs allowed at Modderfontein Reserve?: No. Official rules: no pets of any kind. Guide dogs for visually impaired guests are the exception, only with prior reserve-management approval and the required veterinary permits.