Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve is situated in the Langeberg, about 22 km north-west of Heidelberg. It comprises 250 ha of forest and a wilderness area of 14 000 ha. A hiking route - the Bushbuck Trail - winds through the dense and leafy vegetation. It offers excellent bird watching opportunities. (196 bird species.) Grootvadersbosch has an average annual rainfall and drier periods are from May - July and December - January. Most of the 35 typical forest tree species are present. A small campsite is available with also an ablution block with hot shower facilities. Braai facilities are also available.

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