Steepside Campsite – Outdoor Escape for Hiking, Wildlife & Relaxation

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Steepside Campsite

South Africa - Eastern Cape

About Steepside Campsite Camping

Situated in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within easy reach of Rhodes, Steepside Campsite is a caravan park and campsite. Activities on offer include hiking, birdwatching, swimming, and fishing. Nearby attractions include Wartrail Country Club, Maleka-Tsekoa Waterfall.

Contact Info

Contact Person: Petrie of Johann
Telephone Number: +27 (0)45 974-9245
Cellphone Number: +27 (0)72 496-5958 / +27 (0)82 629-3655 / +27 (0)84 783-5895
Fax Number: +27 (0)45 974-9240
Language: Afrikaans & English
Website: http://www.steepside.co.za

Accommodation

Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
Caravan Allowed: Yes
Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
Ground Cover: Grass
Power points: No
Shade: Most have shade
Sites Available: 5 - 8
Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

Braai Grill: Yes
Cellphone reception: Yes
Credit Cards welcome: No
Dogs Allowed: No
Freezer: Yes
Fridge: Yes
Shop: Meat & wood for sale
Washing up: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

Access Road: Gravel road
Closest Town: Rhodes
Directions to campsite: From Barkly East +- 38 km on the Rhodes road. From Rhodes 25 km.
Distance to Town: 25 km
GPS - Office: S 30.841590 E 27.814530
Trailer Required: Standard trailer
Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

Showers: Hot shower
Toilets: Flush toilet

Activities

Bird Watching: Yes
Fishing: River
Hiking: Yes
Horse riding: Yes
Mountain Biking: Gravel roads
Other Activities: Tennis
Rock Art: Yes
Swimming: River

4x4 Related

4x4 Routes: Yes
4x4 Comments: Yes

Comments, Rules and Notes

Comments: Pristine natural environment next to the Bell River. Safe & peaceful farm atmosphere.
Additional Comments: Campsite on a farm
Special rules: Respect others
Other: Guesthouse

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

Wartrail Country Club

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 4,7 (47 reviews)
15,1 km from camp

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Maleka-Tsekoa Waterfall

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

28,5 km from camp

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Southern most point of Lesotho

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 3,4 (5 reviews)
34,0 km from camp

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Dinorben San Rock Art & Wedding Venue

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 4,2 (5 reviews)
36,6 km from camp

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Lammergeier Highlands Reserve Lady Grey

tourist attraction, park, lodging, point of interest, store, food, establishment

⭐ 1 (1 reviews)
44,5 km from camp

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Nearby Campsites

Steenbokkie Private Nature Reserve
Western Cape

Less than 1 km away

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Rhodes Camping Ground
Eastern Cape

15,0 km away

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Wildside River Camp
Eastern Cape

17,0 km away

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Balloch Cottages & Cave Camping
Eastern Cape

18,2 km away

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Barkly East Caravan Park
Eastern Cape

25,6 km away

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