Cobham River Walk (Pholela River)

Drakensberg Hikes

Route: Cobham River Walk (Pholela River)
Distance: 2 km (4 km return)
Duration: 2 hours (day hike)

The trail leaves from the camp and follows the Pholela River. The trail offers views of the Giant's Cup and passes through grassland and patches of indigenous forest further along. There are a number of large pools which are ideal for swimming, return on the same route after having a swim and lunch.

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