PROPERTIES — GAUTENG
King's Kloof
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Venue Information
| Venue Overview | King’s Kloof is a sport climbing area located on unspoilt private land in Rocky Valley, near Krugersdorp. Its sunny orientation makes it an ideal winter day crag, though shady spots can be found in summer. The routes are mostly suitable for beginners / intermediate climbers, with uneven terrain making some of the belaying tricky – look out for the conveniently placed belay safety bolts. A 60 metre rope and 12 quickdraws will get you up all the routes. |
| Permit / Permission info | On arrival climbers must book in with Rocky Valley manager, Derek Schneider Cell: 083 326 8618. Visitors need to sign an indemnity form and pay R30 per person for the day. The land is owned by religious organisations, so please ensure that you abide by the rules specified in the route guide to ensure long-term access to this venue. |
| Approx travel time from Jhb | Less than 45 minutes. |
| Parking info | Parking is by the Achterbergh gate, on either side of the road just before the bridge or over the bridge once it is completed. |
| Walk-in | Climbing is within easy walking access from the parking area. |
| Accommodation | Accommodation is available. For bookings contact Derek Schneider at Rocky Valley (083 326 8618) or Betsie Slippers at Achterbergh (011 954 5533). No camping is allowed. |
| Availability of drinking water | Bring your own water. |
| Climbing route guide | Online guide: www.climb.co.za |
| Climbing info | At present there are over 20 fully-equipped sport routes ranging in length from 5m – 30m and graded from 12 to the high 20s. Most routes are in the beginner/ intermediate range. |
| Child-friendly | Some of the belay ground is very uneven; this venue is not suitable for toddlers. |
| Swimming | There is a river. Please use your discretion. |
| Camp fires | No fires permitted. |
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| Contact details | Derek Schneider - Rocky Valley Tel: 083 326 8618
Betsie Slippers - Achterbergh Tel: 011 954 5533 |
Disclaimer
Mountaineering (climbing and hiking) is de facto an activity which carries certain inherent risks. Neither the MCSA, nor any of its members or representatives accept responsibility for any deaths, injury or illness sustained or suffered by any person or for any theft, loss or damage to any property that result from participation in MCSA activities, no matter in what manner caused and whether allegedly due to negligence or not.