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Hi

I have as of this year started going for walks in Cecilia Forest and subsequently park in the designated parking area at the junction of Hohenhort and Rhodes Drive.

The first time i parked there, i noticed a Wendy house security checkpoint. I asked the security if there was any fee and he affirmed a rate of R10.

The following week i had arrived, there was a different security person. I inquired where the other person was and was told he started working at 11am. Out of curiosity i asked what the fee was and he replied R5.

Since then i've paid attention to others parking, who simply walk through without payment. I proceeded to do the same and have never since been stopped by security requiring payment.

The last time i went, after returning from my walk and upon exiting the parking area, the same security guard i initially encountered stopped my car and informed me that there's a flat rate of R10.

I dont mind paying the rate if there actually is a tariff required. Im curious though as i would have expected there to be some signage indicating a parking fee. Im also interested to know why it seems as though some who are parking are not charged?

Please advise

Thank you

Welcome to the forum unsecluded.

I would ask for a receipt with the amount on it before I parted with any cash.

Reminds me of the story of a chap who was on duty at a parking area for years and years and everybody paid up willingly. One day he was no longer there and there was nobody to collect the fee. Somebody rang the council to ask what was the procedure now and were told that there had never been a charge for parking there.

An enterprising 'Fred' had made himself enough money and has subsequently 'retired'.

Check this "Fred's" credentials........

I have been going to Cecila Forest for a few years and never had to pay anything to get in or out.

Now there has been a new car park development there and some tree felling. Fine all good. But now I get harrased by a guy, who stands at the exit saying its R10 for parking. What? Where is the sign or some sort of notification saying there is a tariff involved? His argument is that it is private property owned by SANParks and they have a right to charge for parking.

Sorry but I got a bit frustrated when all of sudden, a guy with a sanparks badge asks for money, obviously I am a bit skeptical. I informed him that next time, I will park on the opposite side of the road, and not take up his valuable parking space.

I stand to be corrected but if there is a tariff I will be a bit frustrated with the fact that the public were not properly informed.

Have forwarded this to TMNP for you and will post here with a response soon.

Hi Guys,

I have received a response from SANPARKS,




So there is not charge to use the carpark but tips are appreciated.