Rocklands is in the Cederberg and is famous its world class bouldering as well as excellent sport climbing.
Located on the West Coast Way Wild Route
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Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.Rocklands is located on the West Coast Way Wild Route. Rocklands is in the Cederberg and 250km/3 hours north of Cape Town. It’s famous for it’s world class bouldering as well as excellent sport climbing. This area can only be accessed with a permit, available from de Pakhuys office and campsite, Cape Natures’ Kliphuis Campsite, Clanwilliam Tourism Office and the shop at Travelers Rest.
Stay in cottages or camp in a nature rich area. De Pakhuys offers accommodation in the middle of the world famous Rocklands climbing area. De Pakhuys’ climbing area was originally developed in 2005 by a team of Austrians which included Klem Loskot. It offers a huge range and variety of bouldering including Girl on my Mind 6C, Minky 7B, Black Velvet 8A, Gliding Through The Waves Like Dophins 8A+, Ray of Light 8B and Witness the sickness 8A.
The piles of jaggd, jumbled rock in the Cederberg, richly coloured by iron oxides, are part of the Cape Fold Mountains. They were formed over a period of 500 million years, and at one time glaciers gouged the underlying rocks, leaving furrows that are still visible in the vicinity of Pakhuis Pass – originally built by Thomas Bain. This modern pass on the R364 is now tarred and winds some 20 km deep into the Cederberg Mountain. The crest of the pass, 922m above sea level, has views all the way to the Karoo and is a good birding spot, with Cape rockjumper.
De Pakhuys is about 250km from Cape Town, 26km past Clanwilliam which is the closest town. Take the N7 to the Clanwilliam turnoff on the right (just after Clanwilliam Dam). Then carry on past Clanwilliam and over the Pakhuis Pass. De Pakhuys/Alpha Excelsior turnoff is on the right a few hundred meters after the pass.
Find Rocklands on the West Coast Way Wild Route.
Open 7 days a week
Distance from Cape Town: 250 km
Where: N7
Contact: +27 (0)21 483 0190 | [email protected]
West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature
West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.
Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way:
Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.