Roodeplaat Nature Reserve, Nature reserve and wildlife sanctuary at Roodeplaat Dam, Gauteng, South Africa.
The Roodeplaat Nature Reserve spans 1,555 hectares of protected land featuring open savannah, dense woodland, and water bodies near Pretoria.
The area transformed from Pienaars Rivier Dam in 1956 to an official nature reserve in 1977 under Transvaal Provincial Administration management.
The reserve maintains two strategic bird observation structures where visitors can observe over 250 bird species in their natural environment.
The northern section focuses on boating and fishing activities, while the southern part provides opportunities for wildlife viewing and bird watching.
A 7-kilometer hiking trail winds through the reserve, featuring strategically placed benches and a game hide overlooking a water source.
Location: Gauteng
Elevation above the sea: 1,225 m
GPS coordinates: -25.64080,28.35590
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:04
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