Brief summary of venue
Located approximately 120km from Johannesburg is Foothold, a property owned by the Johannesburg Hiking Club. Nestled in trees at the base of the mountain range, Foothold offers visitors amazing hiking trails, stunning scenery, bird watching and accommodation on site.
Permit/ permission info
Designated MCSA Weekend: The second-last weekend before the last full weekend of each month (Friday to Sunday). MCSA Jhb members have full access to the property and only the parking fee applies.
Other weekends: You may camp on other weekends (except the last full weekend of the month) at a discounted rate.
Approximate travelling time from Johannesburg
Approximately 80 minutes.
Parking information
Secure parking available.
Info on walk in
Quite technical in sections with a very steep climb.
Accommodation
Accommodation available: Camping area, two showers and toilets, outdoor kitchen with a fridge and hot water. Hikers Haven; a fully-kitted, rustic house that sleeps up to 10 people.
Availability of water for drinking
None, so bring your own. There used to be a permanent spring (hence the name ‘Fountain Gully’), but this water has basically dried up.
Child friendly
Yes.
Swimming
No.
Camp fires
No.
Other attractions
Trail options to the Magaliesberg escarpment include Chain Ladder and Footloose Gully as well as trails closer to the base for less strenuous hiking and nature walks.
Dangers
None.
Contacts
Advance Booking Required – Please book with MCSA Jhb Admin before accessing the property.
Property Rules apply – Please follow all JHC rules for Foothold and MCSA rules for Paardekraal.
Road Access – Contact JHC Admin for gate codes. Be sure to close and lock all gates after use.
Disclaimer
Mountaineering (climbing and hiking) is de facto an activity which carries certain inherent risks. Neither the MCSA, nor any of its members or representatives accept responsibility for any deaths, injury or illness sustained or suffered by any person or for any theft, loss or damage to any property that result from participation in MCSA activities, no matter in what manner caused and whether allegedly due to negligence or not.