HIKE: CYCAD TRAIL
DATE: 20 – 22 FEBRUARY 2009
TYPE: BACK PACKING – 12KM / 8KM
AREA: MIDDELBURG
We all felt that we were suffering withdrawal symptoms as we set out for this weekend hike, and were looking forward to our usual bit of skulduggery. This is an old hiking trail that has been revamped due to part of the land being sold. Although we originally planned to walk the Cycad trail, once the trails were explained to us we opted for the slightly longer, and hopefully more picturesque route. On day one the actual distance walked was much shorter than was noted and was not too much of a problem for us .With all the rain the veld was looking lovely .There was a bit of a uphill slog to the camp. We had maybe misjudged the effect the heat would have on us all. Many of us gave Peter a run for the hurler’s award as we battled our way up to the camp. A lovely camp, gorgeous views, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our braai. Unfortunately on the second day it felt as if we had just got going when we realised we were already back at the start.
This is certainly a trail that is well worth the visit, the days are not long and it is well worth taking ones time. This was by no means a difficult hike .