De Tronk to De Hel

From De Tronk under oaks & over a footbridge to Die Hel. The descent into the gorge is very steep, difficult and dangerous. There is rock art on the left of the footpath as it drops very steeply. The pool is very deep & one of the largest in the Cape

At 3.9 km, this is a short, accessible outing suitable for most fitness levels. Expect to complete it in around 52 minutes at a comfortable pace.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. Follow the 5 waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.

As a Local Walking Network (LWN) route, this trail has a strong community character. It serves both regular local walkers and visitors discovering the area for the first time.