Mushroom Rock Trail

Short family-friendly Golden Gate walk to the park’s famous Mushroom Rock sandstone formation.

Free State Day hike Easy South Africa
4.0 km Total distance
1 Days recommended
Low Fitness demand
Easy Difficulty

Trail overview

  • Distance: 4.0 km
  • Days recommended: 1
  • Area: Golden Gate Highlands National Park
  • Nearest town: Clarens
  • Start point: Glen Reenen area
  • End point: Glen Reenen area
  • Fitness demand: Low
  • Technical difficulty: Low
  • Navigation complexity: Waymarked
  • Best season: Autumn
  • Water availability: Limited
  • Accommodation: None

Planning info

  • Booking required: No
  • Permit required: Yes
  • Escape routes: Return on the same marked trail.
  • Risk factors: Exposure to heights
  • Booking link: View booking info
  • Primary source: View source
  • Last verified: 2026-04-20
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