Black Eagle Trail

Black Eagle Trail

Short but steeper Mountain Zebra route climbing to a rocky viewpoint above the rest camp.

Eastern Cape Out-and-back Moderate South Africa
2.5 km Total distance
1 Days recommended
Moderate Fitness demand
Moderate Difficulty

Trail overview

  • Distance: 2.5 km
  • Days recommended: 1
  • Area: Mountain Zebra National Park
  • Nearest town: Cradock
  • Start point: Mountain Zebra rest camp
  • End point: Mountain Zebra rest camp
  • Fitness demand: Moderate
  • Technical difficulty: Moderate
  • Navigation complexity: Waymarked
  • Best season: Year-round
  • Water availability: Must carry all water
  • Accommodation: None

Planning info

  • Booking required: No
  • Permit required: No
  • Escape routes: Return on the same route to the rest camp.
  • Risk factors: Heat exposure, Exposure to heights
  • Booking link: View booking info
  • Primary source: View source
  • Last verified: 2026-04-20
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