Gudu Bush, Lookout Rock & Cascades (Circular route)

Region

Northern Drakensberg

Area

Royal Natal

Type

Day Hike

Explore

Waterfalls or Pools

Vistas

Gudu Bush, Lookout Rock & Cascades (Circular route)

Trail facts

Distance (km)

6.1

Walking time (hrs)

Difficulty

Easy

Altitude (m)

1415

Route description

This 6.1km circuit starts with an uphill walk into Gudu Bush, passing a small stream and pool. A separate detour climbs to the top of Gudu Falls on a steep path of about 700m, gaining roughly 230m. The falls-top outing and the walk to the pools below the falls are separate hikes, with no easy link between them.

For the main circuit, continue through the forest, then descend towards Lookout Rock and the Cascades.

Explore the Royal Natal area: Royal Natal offers valley and foothill walks beneath the Amphitheatre, as well as access to the wider northern Drakensberg landscape. Choose the correct starting point for the route you intend to follow. Read our Royal Natal Nature Reserve guide for more about the area and planning a visit.

GPS track

GPS Track Details

Track length:	6.06 km
Total ascent:	295 m
Total descent:	294 m

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⚠️ Mountain safety notice

Before starting any high Berg trek, log your group in the official EKZNW Mountain Rescue Register.

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