Gifkloof Trail
Start and end at the junction of lower Regent Street and Vlei Street. Walk through an opening in the fence and follow the path to a picnic place at the side of the Gobos River. Turn right onto a wooden bridge across the river. On the other side, turn left and follow the zigzag path up a steep hillside. There are excellent views from here over the village and, at the top, panoramic views of the mountains and farmland. The hillside was burnt in the early part of 1996. but should benefit with a display of spring flowers. The Hottentots Holland mountains can be seen in the distance, to the west. Some alien trees have been cut down in this area.
The path winds away towards the mountains, with Abdolskop the nearest peak. Shortly, near the top of the hill, there is a path to the right which should be ignored (unless one is already tired) as a steep shortcut linking up with the late part of the walk.
At a 'crossroads' of paths, turn right onto a jeep track. This is easy walking towards the Riviersonderend Road, with views along the valley. The highest peak, in the distant left, is Skilpadkop - almost 1500m. You will notice heavy infestations of alien trees. Very near the road, under some power lines, take the path to the right, passing an old quarry and eventually a small coppice on the left.
Where the path splits, either way will bring you to a point near the road. Continue forward (or to the right, depending on your chosen route) to an open area which used to be a shooting range. This is marshland and has good displays of spring flowers. Cross to the west corner, follow the firebreak to the foot of a hill and turn left (winter rains can make this part rather boggy). This path eventually meets up with a jeep track marked by a very obvious white stone. Turn right and you will soon reach the wooden bridge where the walk started.