Attractions IN Hogsback
Mountain Passes
Hogsback Pass
High in the mountains, north of the Eastern Cape town of Alice, is the little fairytale town of Hogsback named such, or so the theory goes, for the three peaks of the village that when sighted from a certain angle look just like the back of ...
Mountain Passes
Katberg Pass
The Katberg Pass lies on the R351 just north of the little town of Katberg, west of Hogsback. 4x4 enthusiasts and adventure bikers usually drive this, together with Mitchell's Pass, when in the area. The gravel Katberg Pass is not easy to drive ...
Landmarks / Religious
St Patrick on the Hill
Don't make the mistake of driving past and not stopping. This beautiful stone, wood and thatch chapel has been voted one of the top 10 most beautiful places to visit in South Africa, and we're not ...
Attractions AROUND Hogsback
Nature Reserves
Amalinda Nature Reserve
The Amalinda Nature Reserve is situated less than 10 kilometres from the ever-growing city hub of East London in the Eastern Cape. Established in 1968, this reserve measures 134 hectares and boasts some of the stunning vegetation for which this part of ...
Forests / Landmarks
Amathole Forests
The mountains and valleys of the Amathole are swathed in afromontane mistbelt forest, interspersed with pine and eucalyptus plantations. These forests, or forest complex, lie bounded by the towns Stutterheim, Hogsback, Alice and Dimbaza with ...
Mountain Passes
Dontsa Pass
The Dontsa Pass is one of the most scenic passes in the area. It negotiates forested hillsides overshadowed by impressive mountain peaks and dotted with several dams, cutting through the little village of Keiskammahoek that takes the traveller on ...
Nature Reserves
Fort Fordyce Nature Reserve
Set close to the little community of Blinkwater, Fort Fordyce Nature Reserve lies on the Post Retief road, almost equidistant between Adelaide and the historical town of Fort Beaufort, in the Amatola escarpment. This roughly 2 000 hectare reserve ...
Forests / Nature Reserves
Kologha Forest Reserve
The home of the second largest natural forest in the country, after Knysna Forest, the Kologha Forest Reserve (sometimes also spelled Xhologha for those who can't pronounce the Xhosa name, which means peace) lies ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Mpofu Nature Reserve
Mpofu Nature Reserve is situated in the heart of the Katberg Mountain Range, about 2.5 hours' drive from Port Elizabeth. Mpofu Nature Reserve covers an area of 7 500 hectares and occupies the valleys and escarpments of the magnificent Katberg Mountain ...
... and a little further afield
Nature Reserves
Commando Drift Nature Reserve
The 6 000 hectare Commando Drift Nature Reserve lies roughly 60 km north of Cradock on the road to Tarkastad. At its heart is the Commando Drift Dam, fed by four rivers. On what is essentially a mixture of Karoo veld and recovering grasslands, after ...
Beaches
East London Beaches
Think warm Indian Ocean waters and sub-tropical weather that allow visitors to enjoy the climate all year round - East London basks gloriously between the Nahoon River in the north and the Buffalo River to the south of the city, and the phrase ‘unspoilt ...
Landmarks
East London City Hall
The foundation stone of the stately East London City Halll was laid in 1897. The clock tower commemorates the diamond jubilee of Queen Victoria. Built in the Victorian Renaissance style, the marble for the imposing staircase at the East London City Hall, ...
Nature Reserves
East London Coast Nature Reserve
The East London Coast Nature Reserve is a gorgeous stretch of coast that extends from the Great Kei River in the north east all the way to the Tylomnqa River in the south west. Between these two bodies of water lies well over 3 000 hectares of ...
Golf Courses
East London Golf Club
The East London Golf Club, skilfully fashioned out of dense coastal bush, hills and dunes, just a few metres away from the warm water of the Indian Ocean, has hosted six South African Opens, which confirms the high esteem in which the course is held ...
Museums
East London Museum
The East London Museum has the world's only dodo egg, a large natural science collection, collections ranging from the prehistoric times of South Africa to the early history of the Xhosa people. The Museum has a model of a coelacanth. This ancient fish ...
Mountain Passes
Fort Cunynghame Pass
This rather odd rendition of ‘Cunningham' is the name for the pass on the N6 near Stutterheim. Whilst the pass is a modern road, easy to drive and with some pretty spectacular views, its name is an historical one ...
Mandela Route / Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Fort Hare University
Fort Hare, as its name suggest, began as a British fort built during the 19th century in the wars between British settlers and the Xhosa. Parts of the fort still remain as do the graves of those British soldiers who died during the battles. Originally ...
Mountain Passes
Fuller's Hoek Pass
Fuller's Hoek Pass lies off R67 northwest of Fort Beaufort, within the barely known Fort Fordyce Nature Reserve. The ride is at once peaceful and beautiful with tree canopies looming over the road as it winds through the reserve, tracing the ...
Mountain Passes
Grasnek Pass
The ‘home of the baboons' (Baviaanskloof) is a deep ravine through which sweep a number of mountain passes that are nothing short of spectacular. It is not unusual, in the early morning stillness, to hear the bark of the ...
Hogsback as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Adelaide, Bedford, Cintsa, Cove Rock, East London, Fort Beaufort, Gonubie, Katberg, Kidds Beach, King Williams Town, Steynsburg, Stutterheim, Tarkastad, Winterberg
Staying Overnight
Granny Mouse House
Granny Mouse House is a full-service Guest House. Guests may book Bed & Breakfast rooms or Self-catering cottages. We are situated in within walk...
Trewennan Self Catering
Trewennan self-catering accommodation comprises two dwellings, the Main House (sleeps 8) and the Hydrangea Cottage (sleeps 5). The property is ce...
King's Lodge Hotel
Located in the mountain village of Hogsback, the King's Lodge Hotel is a country hotel set in 10 acres of well maintained grounds and peaceful su...
Bredon Cottage
Ideally situated in the quaint village of Hogsback in the Eastern Cape, Bredon Cottage is a self catering stone cottage with stunning views. Come...
Katberg Mountain Resort & Hotel
Katberg Mountain Resort & Hotel in Amatola is a family and outdoor focused destination offering family activities in a safe and beautiful environ...
Hogsback Inn
The Hogsback Inn offers accommodation nestled amongst the trees in the Amathole Mountains. The historic establishment boasts a restaurant, a ladi...
Nibelheim Self Catering
Nibelheim Self Catering Cottage is set in a beautiful garden abundant with nut and fruit trees. While here you are likely to spot a number of bir...
Trout Lodge at Lowestoffe
Trout Lodge is an attractive, up-market lodge was built in 1990 and is located on Lowestoffe Farm, about 30km from Hogsback. It overlooks the mai...
Windrush on Hogsback
Windrush on Hogsback is a pet friendly establishment offering accommodation in two fully furnished cottages. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of t...
Rockford Lodge at Lowestoffe
Rockford Lodge on Rockford Farm is about 14km from Hogsback in a magnificent setting. The lodge has four bedrooms (one double and three twin room...
The Edge Mountain Retreat
At "The Edge" in the village of Hogsback, we have self-catering cottages and B&B en-suite garden rooms, in a fifteen acre garden. From the edge o...
Walnut Lodge at Lowestoffe
Elandsberg Lodge has four bedrooms sleeping eight (two double and two twin rooms), a large living room as well as a separate dining room. The wid...
Trengwainton Cottage
Trengwainton Cottage offers Hogsback accommodation that combines rustic, old world charm with modern comforts in a beautiful setting. Trengwainto...
Fourfields Hogsback
Fourfields Hogsback is the highest residence in altitude in Hogsback. Being the highest property in Hogsback, Fourfields normally experiences sno...
The Magical Teepee Experience
Offering a unique glamping stay, The Magical Teepee Experience is situated in the charming town of Hogsback. The property boasts tented accommoda...
Trengwainton House
Trengwainton combines rustic, old world charm with modern comforts and an exquisitely beautiful setting in the mystical town of Hogsback. Trengwa...
Bramber Cottage
Bramber Cottage offers modern Amatola self catering accommodation located on The Bluff plateau in the magical hamlet of Hogsback. It is set in a ...
Maple Grove
Restore peace and tranquillity to your mind and body at Maple Grove, situated in Winding Lane, Upper Hogsback and 3 km from the village centre. U...
Khayalethu Cottage
Khayalethu Cottage has a luxury bedroom furnished with a Queen-size bed. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. The kit...
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