Table Mountain NP: INFO

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Notice: Silvermine Dam

Notice: Silvermine Dam
Dear Visitors,
Kindly be informed that the Silvermine Dam within the Central Section of Table Mountain National Park is open to the public following it's closure yesterday due to a drowning incident. Please exercise caution when swimming in the dam as it is at your own risk and there's no lifeguard on duty.
Gate times: 07h00-18h00 (Exit by 19h00pm). Table Mountain National Park management would like to take this opportunity to thank the visitors for their patience and understanding when the dam was closed.
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Fire Update Along Table Mountain National Park

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Fire Update Along Table Mountain National Park – 30 April 2024

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Fire Update Along Table Mountain National Park – 2 May 2024

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SANParks Conducts an Annual Penguin Census at Boulders Penguin Colony
South African National Parks (SANParks) in collaboration with partners will conduct the annual penguin census at Boulders Penguin Colony in Simonstown on Thursday, 20 June 2024. A census is a count and survey of the population of African Penguins to gather essential data about their numbers and distribution.
The census team led by the scientists will work across the colony, counting breeding penguins. This year, as part of the census, SANParks will be working with a registered drone operator to assess available breeding habitats, elevation, and vegetation cover to inform future habitat management and counting efforts. The drone in this census poses no threat to the penguins, as it will fly 200 feet above them. The public is reminded that operating a drone in a national park without the necessary permissions is illegal.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused and ask that visitors be patient with us during this time.
Regards,
TMNP Management
: Dr Nicola van Wilgen - Global Change Scientist.

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SANParks announces that My Activity Permit is available online

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Fuel Reduction Burning (Stack Burning) in Table Mountain National Park

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Closure of facilities and roads at Table Mountain- and Tankwa Karoo National Parks due to current floods and snow

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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway annual shutdown has commenced

15 July 2024 - 2 September 2024

Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) would like to remind users of the following trail closures during the annual maintenance shutdown of the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway.

Specific trails on the front face of Table Mountain that will be affected:
- Contour path from the top of Kloof corner to Platteklip
- India Venster
- Fountain Ledge
- All trails starting on Tafelberg Road to contour footpath (between Kloof corner and Platteklip area)

Alternative Access:
- Table Mountain can still be accessed via Platteklip and the Back Table (Camps Bay and Devilspeak) routes.

While these routes remain open, the ablution facilities on Table Mountain will be closed during the maintenance period.

Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly and be prepared for any inconveniences due to change in route closure and changing weather conditions.

Thank you
TMNP Management

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CLOSURE OF ILLEGAL FOOTPATHS IN LOWER TOKAI

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Table Mountain National Park Records Positive Festive Season Numbers

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Fire At Redhill Contained, Hiking Trails Closed

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Table Mountain National Park Conducts Prescribed Ecological Burn In Lower Tokai

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TABLE MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE

TABLE MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE
28 April 2025 - 17:30pm
The wildfire currently affecting the Tokai and Silvermine sections of Table Mountain National Park remains uncontained. Fire crews from various agencies, including aerial support, have been actively working throughout the day to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby communities, including Tokai, Zwaanswyk, Noordhoek, and Cloverly.
While fire conditions in the Zwaanswyk, Ou Kaapse Weg, Silvermine, and Noordhoek areas are reported to be under control, crews are continuously monitoring for flare-ups. Early this morning, four helicopters began water bombing operations to assist ground crews in their efforts. Fortunately, there has been no structural damage reported, although approximately 2600 hectares of vegetation have been impacted by the fire.
All available resources from the Table Mountain National Park Fire Management, Volunteer Wildfire Services, Working on Fire, Provincial Disaster Management, Enviro Wildfire Services, Cape Peninsula Fire Protection Services, City Biodiversity Management and the City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services are actively on-site. Teams will continue to address hotspots throughout the night, although aerial operations will conclude before 7:00 PM due to darkness.
There is a continued concern regarding the presence of cyclists in areas that have been closed off due to fire damage and ongoing firefighting operations. The public is urged to comply with all trail closures to ensure their safety. It is strongly recommended that members of the public avoid accessing the central and southern sections of Table Mountain National Park at this time.
Road Closures:
Ou Kaapse Weg is now open to the public; however, we kindly ask everyone not to stop and hike into the burnt areas. Some spots are still hot, and people have already attempted to access closed sections of the park. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and other welfare organisations are already on site, monitoring the animals that have been impacted by the fire.
As a precaution, the following areas will remain closed until further notice:
- Tokai and Silvermine, both east and west hiking trails will remain closed to the public.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will issue further updates as conditions change. Please follow official channels for verified information and safety instructions.
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SANPARKS RESUMES AERIAL WATER BOMBING AT FIRST LIGHT

SANPARKS RESUMES AERIAL WATER BOMBING AT FIRST LIGHT
South African National Parks (SANParks) is continuing to fight fires in collaboration with its strategic partners whilst monitoring flare-ups on Table Mountain National Park.
Last night, a flare-up started above Boyes Drive and is slowly burning down towards the road above Lakeside. Another flare-up occurred in Chapman's Peak around the early hours of the morning and is burning towards Hout Bay. Four helicopters were once again launched this morning and will focus on containing these two areas.
The fireline above Tokai is being managed well with much of the active fire from last night extinguished. Crews remain in the area to ensure flare is addressed swiftly if it occurs.
Thus far, about 3000 hectares of vegetation has burnt.
Members of the community who were evacuated on Sunday as a precaution have now returned to their homes. We urge the public to strictly adhere to all hiking and mountain bike trail closures and to avoid the Silvermine, Tokai and Boyes Drive areas of Table Mountain National Park for their own safety. We also urge members of the public to allow easy access for firefighters.
Further updates will be provided in the course of the day.
Jeremy Rose - Volunteer Wildfire Services
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