1 Hike the Towersig Trail
This is one of the most accessible trails in town with options for every fitness level, from 2,7km to 12km. The trail takes you up the koppies and gives you an unparalleled view of town and the Klein-Swartberg. Can you make out the“eland”in Elandsberg right behind town? Look to the south to see the back of Sleeping Beauty, which looms over the town of Riversdale.
Where? Follow the signs opposite the tourism bureau up Church Street.The trail starts at the top of Hospital Street, where you can also park your vehicle.
Cost: The trails are free to hike, but donations for maintenance are welcome.
Map? Get one at the tourism bureau or visit
towerkopinfo.co.za/Traverse-etc
Contact: 028 050 0158; 073 036 0255
What else? Hugh Sussen (assisted by Ladismith Tourism) maintains the trail. Hugh is a valuable source of information on hiking trails, animals and plants in the area. Follow him on iNaturalist (inaturalist.org) – search for his name. LadismithTourism also has a profile on the biodiversity site. (inaturalist.org/people/ladismith-tourism)
2 Sidestep Stanley to see a waterfall
The well-known Stanley's Light shines from the slopes of Elandsberg every night. Stanley deWit put up the first light in 1963 using an
