Golden Gate Highlands National Park

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Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the northeastern Free State lies the breathtaking Golden Gate Highlands National Park, a haven of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Rejuvenation is on offer at Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Spend time in the majestic Maluti Mountains, hiking, horse riding, exploring caves and much more in their indescribable golden glow. At sunset, watch the sandstone cliffs ignite in hues of orange and red, a mesmerizing sight that gives the park its name.

The Vulture’s Restaurant bird hide welcomes birders to a proper vulture feast, where these magnificent scavengers gather in their natural habitat.

Basotho Cultural Village will transport you back in time and take you on an incredible journey where a chief offers you mqombothi (sorghum beer), his wives offer you the fruits of their labour, and a traditional healer offers you insight into African spirituality.

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Province: Free State
Nearest City/Town: Clarens

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Glen Reenen Filling Station Currently Closed16 April 2026

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CAMP SITE

Camp Site (CK6P)

Glen Reenen Rest Camp

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

From R373.00 per night

CAMP SITE

Camp Site (CK6)

Glen Reenen Rest Camp

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

From R339.00 per night

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Glen Reenen Rest Camp

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

From R1,308.00 per night

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Fauna & Flora

Track the wildlife you see at Golden Gate Highlands National Park!

There are 54 mammals and 256 birds to find in the park.

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News

13 January 2026

SANParks Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretive Centre Surpass The R1 Million Mark

The South African National Parks (SANParks) Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretive Centre at Golden Gate Highlands National Park has surpassed R1 million i...

06 October 2025

SANParks Release Kgodumodumo Dinosaurs Interpretation Centre Fees

Entry fees of the Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre at Golden Gate Highlands National Park has been released. The centre was opened on 22 Jun...

19 September 2025

Free Access To National Parks For All South Africans

South African National Parks is opening its parks for free for the 20th annual South African National Parks Week, from 22 to 28 September 2025 (Select...

11 July 2025

Nearly 9,000 Visitors Welcomed At Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre In First Two Weeks

South African National Parks (SANParks) celebrates the strong public interest in the newly unveiled Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretive Centre at Golden...

22 June 2025

SANParks Gives Free Entry To Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre At Golden Gate Highlands National Park

Today, Sunday, 22 June 2025 marks a significant date in the calendar of South Africa’s cultural heritage with the launch of Kgomomodumo Dinosaur Int...

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