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Outdoor Adventure Awaits at River of Joy

Relax at River of Joy – a tranquil camping getaway in Free State, perfect for nature lovers.

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River of Joy

South Africa - Free State

About River of Joy Camping

River of Joy offers caravan park and campsite accommodation in Free State, South Africa, near Bloemfontein. Guests can enjoy canoeing, fishing, and birdwatching during their stay. Nearby attractions include Bagamoya Wildlife Estate, Boyden Observatory.

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Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Caravan & tents
  • Caravan Allowed: Yes
  • Caravan Requirements: Small caravan
  • Ground Cover: Grass
  • People per Site: 6
  • Power points: Standard Power Point
  • Self Catering: Yes
  • Shade: Most of the sites have shade
  • Sites Available: 10
  • Tents Allowed: Yes
  • Star Rating: 2

Facilities

  • Braai Grill: Yes
  • Cellphone reception: Yes
  • Credit Cards welcome: No
  • Dogs Allowed: Yes
  • Shop: Meat and wood for sale
  • Washing up: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Tar & gravel road
  • Closest Town: Bloemfontein
  • Directions to campsite: Travel on the N1 North from Bloemfontein for 25km. Take the 213 Glen/Maselspoort turn-off. Turn towards Glen, 200m further on the righthandside you will see the River of Joy sign. Follow the gravel road.
  • Distance to Town: 25 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 28.960967 E 26.351067
  • GPS Turnoff: S 28.9627 E 26.3458
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

  • Showers: Yes
  • Toilets: Flush Toilet

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Canoeing: Yes
  • Fishing: Fresh water: River
  • Mountain Biking: Gravel roads
  • Other Activities: Trampolien
  • Swimming: River and pools

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Comments: River of Joy is the ideal overnight camping spot. Only 1km off the N1
  • Additional Comments: Campsite on a farm close to the N1
  • Special rules: During the day - radios allowed but only for your own ears. Silence after 18h00

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