KOEDOESLAAGTE

TRAIL PARK & VENUE

LOCATION:

The park is nestled in the mountains of the Vredefort Crater UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is 12km from Parys (Free State) on the North West bank of the Vaal River.

A natural blend of Sport & Pleasure

An unspoiled African wilderness on the banks of the Vaal River with miles of purpose-built trails for hiking, trail running and mountain biking.

Paddlers can enjoy the open waters or navigate between the multiple islands.

Come for a morning, enjoy a full day or stay over

MOSSIENES:

(4 – 6 PERSONS)

  • • A spacious two-bedroom self-catering guest house

    • A large deck with braai overlooking Witkop Mountain.

    • The two-bedrooms each has two single beds

    • Bedding and towels provided

    • A two-bed safari tent forms part of the unit. Perfect for the kids to enjoy the camping feeling or for two extra guests.

    • Only 20m from the trail network,

    • 60m from the river bank and

    • 120m from the venue office/kiosk, the Koedoe Hall and the Koedoe Swim Dam.

  • RATES ON REQUEST

CABINS 24 bEDS IN TOTAL

  • •• All 6 x cabins are adjacent to venue facilities with direct access to the hiking trails

    • All cabins are self –catering and sleep 4 persons each

    • En suite shower, basin and toilet

    • With kitchenette, zink, gas plate and kettle

    • With 220 volt power to charging, lighting and camp fridge

    • Stoop with table and chairs

    • Koedoe Cabins 1- 3:

    • Have bedding included, But NOT on the extra bunk beds.

    • Cabin 1: 1 x double bed + 1 bunk bed

    • Cabins 2+3: 2 x Single beds and 1 bunk in each.

    • Bring own linen, towels, cutlery and crockery

    Cabins 4 – 6:

    • No bedding included (Ideal for children / those who prefer to bring own bedding.)

    • Cabins 4 – 6 Cabins have 2 single beds and 1 bunker

    • There is a big communal boma with braai facilities, fridge and freezer

    • All guests/ hikers must bring own cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils to be used in the boma – social lapa.

    • Wood for sale at the reception. A spacious two-bedroom self-catering guest house

    • A large deck with braai overlooking Witkop Mountain.

    • The two-bedrooms each has two single beds

    • Bedding and towels provided

    • A two-bed safari tent forms part of the unit. Perfect for the kids to enjoy the camping feeling or for two extra guests.

    • Only 20m from the trail network,

    • 60m from the river bank and

    • 120m from the venue office/kiosk, the Koedoe Hall and the Koedoe Swim Dam.

  • RATES ON REQUEST

SAFARI TENTS:

(32 BEDS IN TOTAL)

has 16 x 2-bed, self-catering, stand-up-straight, safari tents.

This is ideal for bigger groups: youth/ school/ church and adventure groups.

Each tent is equipped with a carpet, 2 beds with matrasses.

A two-drawer unit,
2x travel-bag stools and 2 camp chairs.

220V Charging points are available in Koedoe Hall.

Ablution facility has showers, basins and toilets.

There is a big communal boma with braai facilities, fridge and freezer

All guests/ hikers must bring own cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils to be used in the boma – social lapa.

Wood for sale AT The reception

RATES: ON REQUEST

HIKING TRAILS:

Large parts of our trails are cut wider for easy passing and a more social experience.

Parts of the trails are designed for hikers and trail runners only.

Hikers are advised to carry sufficient water and a small back-pack with them (Koedoeslaagte borehole water is perfect).

Trekking poles or hiking-kieries are advisable for the more challenging mountain routes.

Likkewaan Trail – 5km. Moderate. 1.5 to 2 hour hike.

Ou Plaas Trails – 5.5km. Includes historic Van Vuuren monument and the Anglo Boer War trench.

Koedoe & Witkop Trail: 11km. Challenging. 3 to 5 hour hike.

Witkop short -cut to Skilpad Trail – 7.4 km. Challenging 2 to 3.5 hours.

Witkop/Witklip Shortcut – 6.5km. Challenging. 2 to 3.5 hours hike.

Our trails are well-marked and cater for everyone; beginner to accomplished.

The trails are modular: distances ranging from 1km to 30km.

tRAILS SUITABLE FOR trail running.

MOUNTAIN – AND GRAVEL ROADS BIKING:

Koedoeslaagte trails are graded: easy, moderate, hard and very hard.

The trails are modular: distances ranging from 2km to 30km.

most parts of our trails are cut wider for easy passing.

The more difficult routes generally feature longer and steeper climbs, steeper descents and rockier terrain. T

he park also features a 5km SA CUP Cross Country track for those who want to challenge themselves.

Bikes can be hired or bring own bikes

PADDLING

Koedoeslaagte boasts a 1,2km river front.

Our water access has been upgraded.

Motor vehicles have easy access to the waterfront.

To the West, paddlers will enjoy wide open water.

To the East lies a network of islands and rapids to be explored.

You are welcome to bring your own raft, canoe or kayak.

Koedoeslaagte now offers quality sit-on-top kayaks and life jackets for hire: @ R75 for 2 hours per kayak including your life jacket.

Life jackets are compulsory for kids.

Sorry, no launching-to-fish is allowed from Koedoeslaagte.

HORSE RIDING

Experience the serenity of horse riding along the Vaal River and through the picturesque landscapes of our farm.

Rates available on request/ to be confirmed.

bIRD WATCHING

The park has attracted a number of bird lovers over the years. The park decided to invest in birding.

The special 800m Otter Trail has been built to the West of the waterfront that will bring bird lovers up close to the river life.

The Birds of the Vredefort Dome are well documented in a book with the same title.
The book is available at reception.
The birdlife in the pristine mountain-side of the park is easily accessible via our hiking-trail network.