Hennops Hiking Trail
Hike North West

Hennops Hiking Trail

A half- to full-day trail through the Magaliesberg foothills near Hartebeespoort Dam, with river crossings and a cable bridge.

Day Trip

Trip Role

Day Trip

Ideal stay

A full day

Best for

Gauteng day-trippers; beginners wanting a real trail.

Our take

The Magaliesberg's most accessible real trail, and the best escape from the city that isn't a game drive.

The Magaliesberg's most accessible real trail, and the best escape from the city that isn't a game drive.

Trip Role
Day Trip
Ideal Stay
A full day
Time Needed
3-6 hours
Best For
Gauteng day-trippers; beginners wanting a real trail.
Go If
You're in Gauteng with a free day and no time to get to the Berg or the Cape.

Why it's worth your time

The most popular hiking trail within easy reach of Gauteng. Loops of different lengths, a river to cross, a suspension bridge, and reasonable shade. The day-hike default for Joburg and Pretoria.

What we love

The cable bridge across the river.

What to know

Can be busy on weekends; go early. Two main loops; the longer is the better one. Entry fee, booked ahead in season.