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Dassie Trail

Tourist attraction β€’ Nature preserve

πŸ‘πŸ‘ This trail is perfect for families as it’s fairly short and with little elevation change. The trail follows different paths through the forest to the river and the surrounding mangroves. People often mention trail, walk, forest, beautiful, Beautiful,


Address

2 Blue Waters Rd, Beaconhurst, East London, 5241, South Africa

Contact

+27 43 748 1722

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (248 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 9β€―am to 4β€―pm
  • Thursday: 9β€―am to 4β€―pm
  • Friday: 9β€―am to 4β€―pm
  • Saturday: 7β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Sunday: 7β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Monday: 9β€―am to 4β€―pm
  • Tuesday: 9β€―am to 4β€―pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: trail (14) walk (11) forest (6) beautiful (6) Beautiful (6)
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  • 5/5 Louis R. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 121 reviews
    This trail is perfect for families as it’s fairly short and with little elevation change. The trail follows different paths through the forest to the river and the surrounding mangroves.
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 #TheSoulDance 5 years ago on Google β€’ 323 reviews
    This trail is amazing, my family and I enjoy exploring the 'forest' then go to Reef Cafe where Hugh and his staff make the best strawberry milkshakes ever. We never let our out of town friends leave East London without this experience. There's a part in the trail that gives a vantage point over the footprint building πŸŒ±πŸŒ²πŸŒ³πŸ€β˜˜πŸŒΏπŸŒΎπŸŒ΅πŸŒ΄πŸŒ»πŸŒΌπŸ•ΈπŸ•· there are gorgeous picnic setups right through where one can have a wonderful lunch with beautiful views
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Corna Wiese (. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 66 reviews
    A wonderful stroll in nature! Loved the forest trails and to hear all the birds high up in the trees. The boardwalk towards the small beach at the river was a joy to walk. I would definitely recommend this hike. If you want to enjoy this lovely walk, remember that it's only open during the week from 9:00-16:00.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dane S. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 130 reviews
    Beautiful place to go for a walk with multiple trails and bird watching. Need to check opening and closing times though.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Simone L. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 38 reviews
    A clean and well-maintained trail through the forest and along the boardwalk (is Only open during the week. ) Very easy walk for all ages as well - even through the forest. Quite a few benches along the way if you need to take a break or just take in the surroundings & a quiet area for bird watching - with info on all the birds in the area. Def a must for those that enjoy the outdoors.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Kay D. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely hike, mostly flat ground not difficult to walk at all. The path is not as clear in the beginning as it is later. The boardwalk is also very scenic
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Cindy-lee S. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 38 reviews
    Lovely and relaxed outing. At the end of the trail before retuning you can take a swim in the river. Bird watching area with plenty birds to keep you entertained. Chilled out with the children. One way to relax after the hustle and bustle of work life. You can only access it on week days unless you buy a yearly pass for R135 or life time pass.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Mary S. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 67 reviews
    What a beautiful bit of nature...good trail, clearly marked...
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Lorinda H. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 9 reviews
    Love walking here! Very safe
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Pierre S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Miguel M. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 37 reviews New
    It's very relaxing. I enjoyed it

  • 5/5 ashi T. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 23 reviews
    Love it. It is so peaceful and empty. A good walk to get out and avoid the crowds. Love taking my 2month old baby on the trail walk. It is generally well-maintained.

  • 4/5 Tina K. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a potjie there, husband was fishing, daughter playing on the jungle gym, it was just a bit dirty with glass

  • 5/5 Nadene K. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful and tranquil and a safe haven ❀️

  • 5/5 Jeanette A. 4 years ago on Google
    It was beautiful

  • 5/5 Barbara B. 2 years ago on Google
    Indigenous, tranquil nature trail right on our doorstep in the middle of East London on the Nahoon River!

  • 5/5 Talbot-Ann H. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful walk... Not long. Perfect for family

  • 4/5 Wc D. 5 years ago on Google
    Very relaxing

  • 5/5 Nkosini 5 years ago on Google
    Lovely place

  • 5/5 Gerry G. 5 years ago on Google
    I love the friendly people who work there.

  • 5/5 Neziswa L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place...relaxing

  • 4/5 Sharon P. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely tranquil place so close to the city

  • 5/5 Nicol S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great little adventure

  • 5/5 Just K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great little adventure

  • 5/5 Roelof Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Hidden paradise

  • 5/5 Megan R. 4 years ago on Google
    This place has all you need

  • 5/5 Mike C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) PLAY!! (Original) LEKA!!

  • 5/5 William V. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful walk in Nature in the middle of the City, perfect for a lunchtime break away from the office

  • 5/5 Mario L. 4 years ago on Google
    A very special place to go walking around to the beach, and the bird's are beautiful.

  • 1/5 Roelof van der B. 4 years ago on Google
    Best hours in any reserve is early morning and late afternoon. This place opens three hours after sunrise and three hours before sunset. Useless to birders.

  • 4/5 refiloe l. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful for afternoon walks and nice view

  • 4/5 Margery R. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful, peaceful, awesome. Love it here! πŸ’œ

  • 5/5 Pedro G. 6 years ago on Google
    enjoyable trail that is not difficult and can be fine by all experience levels

  • 4/5 Avuyi M. 4 years ago on Google
    It's such a nice place to relax and have a beer or two😜

  • 5/5 Duncan K. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a nice and quiet place to get away from all the town noise and to enjoy nature itself in peace.

  • 4/5 Elizabeth H. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely trail with gorgeous birds, small wildlife and tranquil scenery. Disappointed that it only is open during the week, otherwise it'd have been an easy five stars.

  • 5/5 Thomas H. 3 years ago on Google
    What a beautiful place. A magic space away from the hustle and bustle

  • 5/5 Maxine S. 3 years ago on Google
    Well sign posted and well kept trail walk. We managed to do 4km altogether. There's a mix of grass trail, Coastal bush, boardwalk and sand one you're on the beach. Parking is secure.

  • 5/5 Danielle M. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful location for picnics, hiking trail.. excellent sites for photography

  • 5/5 Zimkhitha K. 4 years ago on Google
    Tranquility at it's best. I come to this place for peace and quiet. Spectacular views of the dam and forest. Relax and unwind while listening to the melodious bird sounds.

  • 4/5 Zola M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice beach

  • 5/5 Fiona S. 4 years ago on Google
    Natures best

  • 4/5 Linda V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) New (Original) Uj

  • 5/5 Stewart M. 4 years ago on Google
    Birding is superb.

  • 5/5 Zak M. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent river fishing, braai and jungle gym spot

  • 5/5 Len O. 4 years ago on Google
    Don't hate

  • 3/5 Sean L. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice peaceful environment

  • 5/5 Maaliem M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Ann J. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved it. So nice to be in nature. Saw lots bird life and a little buck. Had a lovely walk through the forest down to the river. Highly recommend it.

  • 4/5 Justin van z. 4 years ago on Google
    A gem of a spot to take kids exploring.

  • 3/5 Mandla D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great


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