more stats
4,213 ft
Distance
168 ft
Climb
-180 ft
Descent
1,645 ft
High Point
-13 ft
Altitude change
1,484 ft
Altitude min
1,526 ft
Altitude start
1,512 ft
Altitude end
-0.3%
Grade
-46.7%
Grade max
27.1%
Grade min
2,060 ft
Distance climb
1,847 ft
Distance down
305 ft
Distance flat

Mpithi Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Hiking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #165206 in Hiking [+]
    • #171184 in Trail Running
  • National Ranking
    #2,187 in Hiking · South Africa [+]
    • #2,746 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Mixed
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed

Duration: 1-2 hrs (full loop)
Distance: 1.9km

Mpithi Trail is a very popular short walk starting and ending at the Kloof Falls picnic site and includes a loop.

1. Cross Kloof Falls Road at the pedestrian gate across the road from the map board. Enter the trail through the gate next to the trail map and wind your way along the banks of the river and through the forest.
2. At the A-frame bridge (RM4), do not cross the bridge, but continue up the hill
3. At the top of the hill is a split (RM5)
a. The left split winds its way through the forest along the banks of the Molweni River to the bottom of the Falls (RM6). From there continue up to the top of the falls, or retrace your steps back to Kloof Falls Road. Continue straight at the split and enjoy the views from the grasslands and the top of the falls.
b. Continue over the bridge and down to the bottom of the falls, or retrace your steps to Kloof Falls Road

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Mpithi Trail located?
      Mpithi Trail is located in Kranztkloof Nature Reserve, South Africa. It is part of the Kranztkloof Nature Reserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -29.77019, 30.82842.
      ▼ How hard is Mpithi Trail?
      Mpithi Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.3%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Mpithi Trail?
      Mpithi Trail has 168 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 180 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,484 ft to 1,645 ft.
      ▼ Is Mpithi Trail a point to point trail?
      Mpithi Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ How long is Mpithi Trail?
      Mpithi Trail is 4,213 ft long. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Mpithi Trail?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Mpithi Trail. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Mpithi Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mpithi Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How busy is Mpithi Trail?
      Mpithi Trail is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 3 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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