Goegap Nature Reserve, Nature reserve in Namaqualand, Northern Cape, South Africa
Located 15 kilometers southeast of Springbok, Goegap Nature Reserve spans across granite peaks and sandy plains, with Carolusberg standing as the highest point.
Simon van der Stel conducted the first European exploration of the area in 1685, followed by Sir James Alexander in 1836, preceding copper mining operations.
The Khoi-San people inhabited this region before European contact, engaging in traditional farming practices and utilizing natural resources for their livelihoods.
The reserve maintains seven camping sites, self-catering guesthouses, hiking trails ranging from 4 to 12 kilometers, and 60 kilometers of mountain biking paths.
This protected area contains 40 percent of global succulent species within the Succulent-Karoo biome, supporting 96 bird species and 45 mammal species.
GPS coordinates: -29.66568,17.99843
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:58
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Schlangkopf
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Historical Gateways
153.4 km
Erholungsgebiet Naute
304.4 km
Edward Cook's Commemorative Stone
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Doringbaai Lighthouse
240.5 km
Hiker's Viewpoint
235.6 km
Klipkerk
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Boesmansvlei
250.1 km
Gapützpan
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