Betty's Bay Marine Protected Area

The protected zone extends 3 kilometers along the coastline and encompasses diverse marine habitats including kelp forests, rocky shores, and sandy beaches.

The area received official protection status in 1981 and was formally declared as a Marine Protected Area in 2000 under South African environmental legislation.

The protected waters support traditional shore angling activities under specific permit conditions while maintaining strict conservation measures for marine species.

CapeNature manages the area and enforces regulations that allow shore fishing but prohibit any boat-based fishing activities within the protected boundaries.

The Stony Point section contains one of only two mainland breeding colonies for African penguins in South Africa, supporting population recovery efforts.

GPS coordinates: -34.36667,18.90000

Latest update: April 28, 2025 15:59