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Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve – Nature, Camping & Local Attractions in Mpumalanga

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Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve

South Africa - Mpumalanga

About Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve Camping

Set in Mpumalanga, South Africa near Pilgrims Rest, Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve is a well-appointed caravan park and campsite. Guests can enjoy 4x4 trails, fishing, and birdwatching during their stay. Nearby attractions include 300 METERS TO PILGRIM'S REST DOWNTOWN, PILGRIMS REST - UPTOWN.

Contact Info

Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
  • Caravan Allowed: Yes
  • Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
  • Ground Cover: Grass
  • People per Site: 4
  • Self Catering: Guest house accommodates 6 people.
  • Shade: Half have shade
  • Sites Available: 32
  • Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

  • Cellphone reception: Not good
  • Credit Cards welcome: No
  • Shop: Wood for sale.
  • Water taps: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Gravel road
  • Closest Town: Pilgrims Rest
  • Directions to campsite: 40 km from Lydenburg on the Ohrigstad road (R36). Tun off on the R535 (Pilgrims Rest) and drive for 5 km. Turn off right at the Ohrigstad sign. Drive for approx. 3 km to the entrance gate of the reserve.
  • Distance to Town: 27 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 24.9507 E 30.63
  • GPS Turnoff: S 24.9025 E 30.6151
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

  • Showers: Hot shower
  • Toilets: Flush Toilet

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Canoeing: Yes
  • Fishing: Fresh water - dam
  • Mountain Biking: Gravel roads
  • Nature Drives: Yes

4x4 Related

  • 4x4 Routes: Yes

Security

  • Security: Secure campsite with security guards at entrance and patrolling, and field rangers on duty during the day.

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Comments: The campsite is nestled among the mountains and bush. Plenty of game.
  • Additional Comments: Campsite in a nature reserve
  • Special rules: No loud music & drumming.

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

  • 300 METERS TO PILGRIM'S REST DOWNTOWN

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    13,6 km from camp
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  • PILGRIMS REST - UPTOWN

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4 (148 reviews)
    13,7 km from camp
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  • Alanglade House Museum

    museum, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (49 reviews)
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  • Lone Creek Falls

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    ⭐ 4,5 (2218 reviews)
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  • Maria Shires Falls

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4 (191 reviews)
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  • Forest Falls

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