Palmiet River Walk, Kogelberg

CapeNature lists the Palmiet River Walk as an easy 10km venture of about three hours along the Palmiet River. Start no later than 14:00. Bring swimwear; swimming is only permitted at the demarcated spots. Closed shoes are required. Day-hike permits are sold at the reserve office or booked through CapeNature Central Reservations (087 087 8250). The reserve page has shown more than one day-access figure (R60/R30 in the trail copy, R65/R45 under conservation fees) — confirm current tariffs before you drive. Limited first-come parking. No cellphone reception after the gravel turn-off from the R44.

Before you go, read Kogelberg hiking guide.

Other listings in Kogelberg: Kogelberg Trail , Oudebosch–Harold Porter Trail , Three Sisters Trail .

Questions

How hard is Palmiet River Walk?

Palmiet River Walk is graded easy and typically takes about 3 hours over 10 km. Difficulty grades are set by the reserve or operator, not a national standard — read the safety note on the listing before you go.

Are dogs allowed at Palmiet River Walk?

Dogs are not allowed at Palmiet River Walk.

When is Palmiet River Walk open?

Start no later than 14:00.

Where do you park for Palmiet River Walk?

Limited first-come parking at Kogelberg Nature Reserve. From the R44 just before Kleinmond, take the signed dirt road left. Last cellphone reception is at the tar-to-gravel turn.