About Circles in a Forest Hiking Trail
Start: Goldfield State Forest Krisjanse-Nek picnic site (at the Dalene Matthee memorial), near Knysna
Finish: Krisjanse-Nek picnic site
Duration: 3 km – 9 km
Fitness: moderate
Our tip: look out for the Cape dwarf chameleon, native to this part of the Western Cape (but do not touch or remove them)
A wonderful way to experience the Goudveld forest for yourself, the 3 km and 9 km trails both start at the picnic site. The 9 km trail is not difficult and will take about 4 hours to complete, unless you get waylaid at the waterfall or swimming pool in the forest, or in amongst huge forest ferns and little streams that amble under wooden bridges.
The hike follows the remains of a mining path along the edge of the forest creek. Formerly known as the Woodcutter's Trail, it was named after the acclaimed South African author, Dalene Matthee, when her memorial was unveiled. No surprise then that these trails are known after her book Circles in a Forest (one of four Forest Books; the Knysna Forest served as an impetus for her writing).
The walk is in the heart of indigenous forest filled with sturdy giant yellowwood and ironwood trees, tree ferns that rise to three metres, hoopoes, Knysna loeries, bush pigs and the odd nocturnal porcupine.
At Krisjan-se-Nek picnic area is the Big Tree, named after Dalene Matthee – an eight hundred year old yellowwood that stands some 40 metres high.
Dalene Matthee died unexpectedly from heart failure in 2005. Her ashes were scattered at Krisjan-se-Nek, one of her favourite places in the Knysna Forest. The memorial is a joint undertaking between SANparks, Tafelberg Publishers and her children.
Contact the Goudveld Forestry Station. There is an entrance fee.
Need to Know
WhereStart at Goldfield State Forest Krisjanse-Nek picnic site (at the Dalene Matthee memorial), near Knysna
WhenDaylight hours.
How muchPrices on request.
TelephoneGoudveld Forestry Station on +27 (0)44 389-0129
OvernightStay nearby in Knysna, in Garden Route
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Rexford Manor
Situated it the aptly named suburb of Rexford in Knysna, Rexford Manor is a sumptuously appointed guesthouse, with spectacular, high level views ...
bWhale Guest House
Situated along the beautiful Garden Route, bWhale Guest House in Knysna lies at the edge of a forest which has an abundance of bird life. Whether...
Catch the Breeze
Catch the Breeze is a self catering, north-facing home offering accommodation for 8 guests with stunning views of the Knysna Lagoon. The holiday ...
Number Eleven
Number Eleven sleeps up to eight guests in four bedrooms. All bedrooms have a King-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a bath and a shower. Ou...
34 @ Paquita
34 @ Paquita is self catering holiday home located near the Knysna Heads. This holiday home is the ideal base from which to explore the garden ro...
Beacon House Penthouse Five
Beacon House Penthouse Five is a self catering holiday apartment in Knysna. This apartment is situated on the 3rd and 4th floors floor on the nor...
Beacon House Penthouse Six
Beacon House Penthouse Six is a self catering holiday apartment in Knysna. This apartment is situated on the 3rd and 4th floors floor on the sout...
Beacon House Apartment Three
Beacon House Apartment Three offers luxury self-catering accommodation in Knysna. It is an ideal location from which to base yourself as you expl...
Beacon House Apartment Four
Beacon House Apartment 4 is a self catering holiday apartment in Knysna, situated on the second floor, on the southern (sea) side of the building...
Beacon House Apartment One
Beacon House Apartment One offers luxury self-catering accommodation in Knysna. Beacon House is one of the most perfectly located properties in t...
Beacon House Apartment Two
Beacon House Apartment Two is a self catering holiday apartment in Knysna, situated on the first floor on the southern (sea) side of the building...
Under Milkwood Chalets
On the shores of the Knysna Lagoon, lies a village of timber log chalets amongst majestic Milkwood trees. This tranquil resort offers guests a ha...
Beacon House
Beacon House is a contemporary luxury self-catering property located on the southern most property on the lower section of the Eastern Head. Thes...
Paquita Villa
Paquita is a three bedroom self catering home located in right on the lagoon in Knysna. From here you have private access to the beach and can en...
Infinity Villa
Infinity Villa is perfectly positioned to maximize views stretching across the Knysna Lagoon, Heads Channel and far out into the Indian Ocean. In...
Owl's Roost
Enjoy peace and tranquillity in the three star graded Owl's Roost Apartments suitable for three respectively two adults. Part of a private reside...
Pezula Extreme Elegance
This air-conditioned villa comfortably accommodates up to eight guests across four thoughtfully appointed bedrooms with three bathrooms. It is a ...
Villa Seaview
Perched at the very top of Knysna's Eastern Head, Villa Seaview is a glorious villa with fabulous views of the ocean from almost every room. Slee...
Castle On The Heads
Castle On The Heads is a beautiful Castle-Inspired Boutique Hotel-style property in Knysna where guests can enjoy panoramic ocean and lagoon view...
Knysna Pearl View Guest House
Accommodation at Pearl View is provided in six rooms, all of which are tastefully decorated and furnished with either a Queen-size or a King-size...
Headlands House Guest Lodge
Headlands House boasts dramatic sea, lagoon and cliff views from every window. Uniquely situated on the highest point of the famous Knysna Heads,...
Pezula House of the Rising Sun
Pezula House of the Rising Sun is a modern house located in the Pezula Golf Estate. This Knysna holiday home can accommodate up to eight people ...
The Mount Knysna Boutique Hotel
The Mount Knysna offers understated class in all its on-site facilities. Each of our suites has spectacular views of the Knysna Heads and all the...
Pezula Birds Eye View
Designed to comfortably accommodate six guests, the villa features three well-appointed bedrooms and three bathrooms. The open-plan living area p...
Glenview Heads Miguel
The Knysna Heads are a pair of sandstone cliffs that separate the Knysna Lagoon from the sea beyond; the eastern head is easily accessible by car...
Glenview Heads Apartment
Glenview Apartment is located in the popular Garden Route town of Knysna. The property situated above the Knysna Heads offers spectacular views f...
Glenview Heads Studio Two
Glenview Studio 2 is one of three apartments on the property which is located at Knysna Heads. Knysna is part of the magnificently beautiful Gard...
Glenview Heads Studio One
Glenview Studio 1 is one of three apartments on the property, situated at Knysna Heads. The Knysna Heads are a pair of sandstone cliffs that sepa...
Glenview Heads Gabriella
Offering accommodation in Knysna, Glenview Heads is situated above the Knysna Heads offering spectacular views from the wooden deck and the beach...
Pezula Heavenly Sunset
Pezula Heavenly Sunset boasts Knysna self catering in a holiday home offering absolute luxury and comfort for a family vacation or group of golfe...
Head over Hills
Head over Hills is a boutique hotel situated on the edge of the famous Knysna Heads. Our luxury accommodation and world-class views are the perfe...
Cliff House 26
Knysna's Eastern Head is one of the most exclusive residential addresses on earth. Here you will discover the delights of Cliff House, an excepti...
Pezula Heaven On Earth
Pezula Heaven On Earth is located in Knysna and is able to accommodate up to 10 guests on a self catering basis. There is a variety of attraction...
Pezula Villa Two
Boasting lovely views, Pezula Villa Two is a spacious self-catering holiday home which can accommodate up to eight guests. It is a multi-storey h...
Pezula Nature Retreat
Set in a paradise of ancient indigenous forests, mountains, lakes and pristine beaches on the well known Pezula Private Estate, Pezula Nature Ret...
Pezula Afternoon Delight
Pezula Afternoon Delight is located in Knysna and is able to accommodate up to six guests in a luxury holiday home. This ideal location is near t...
Pezula Golf Villas
Pezula Golf Villas offers self catering accommodation in 2, 3 and 4 bedroom villa across the road from the Pezula Golf Course. Each one of the vi...
Pezula Sunny Tranquility
Pezula Sunny Tranquility is a well appointed home boasting Knysna self catering with peace and tranquility along with a lovely sun-drenched pool ...
Pezula Luxury Villa
Pezula Luxury Villa offers self catering accommodation in Pezula Golf Estate, positioned in Knysna. Come and enjoy your next round of golf on one...
Pezula Guccis Retreat
Offering self catering accommodation for eight guests, La Cascade is a modern holiday house located in the Pezula Golf Estate. The property boast...
Blue Horizon
Sleeping up to eight people, Blue Horizon comprises four double bedrooms. The spacious master bedroom features patio doors leading to the veranda...
Sheerline Close Luxury Home
Sheerline Close Luxury Home is situated on the Pezula Golf Estate in Knysna. This double storey luxury house is a self catering home offering acc...
Pezula A Piece of Paradise
Pezula A Piece of Paradise is a holiday home in Pezula Golf Estate high above the picturesque town of Knysna. From here you are just a short 10 m...
Pezula Forecastle Retreat
Pezula Forecastle Retreat is located in Knysna and offers accommodation with splendid views of the area. From here you are close to many activiti...
Pezula Luxury Golf Retreat
Pezula Luxury Golf Retreat offers self catering in Pezula Golf Estate, in Knysna. Come and enjoy your next round of golf on one of the best cours...
Pezula Ocean and Valley Views
Pezula Ocean and Valley Views is a modern spacious home boasting stunning uninterrupted valley and distant ocean views from its sunny Jacuzzi / e...
Pezula Martingale Delight
Pezula Martingale Delight offers tranquil accommodations with breathtaking ocean views on the prestigious Pezula Championship Golf Estate in Knys...
Pezula Ocean Side Of Life
Pezula Ocean Side of Life offers luxury accommodation and an idyllic retreat in Knysna, just 600 metres from the prestigious Pezula Estate and Go...
Pezula Franzi's Dream
Pezula Franzi's Dream offers luxury accommodation in the scenic town of Knysna along the celebrated Garden Route. It's an idyllic retreat for tho...
Waterfront Delight
This charming home accommodates up to six guests across three well-appointed bedrooms, each featuring an en-suite bathroom. The open-plan living ...
Hawks Eyrie
Hawks Eyrie Holiday Home in Knysna has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. On the first floor or entrance level, is the main bedroom that opens ont...
Pezula Indian Ocean Views
Pezula Ocean View Villa is a luxury home, ideal for golf groups and holiday makers. It has a great home from home appeal. The property boasts a l...
Ocean View Villa
Ocean View Villa is a single-storey self-catering house with views over the Indian Ocean, located in the secure Pezula Golf Estate in Knysna. The...
Pezula Indian Ocean Splendour
This elegant double-storey home offers breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean ith accommodation for 10 guests, in the secure Pezula Golf Estate i...
Ocean House
Ocean House is located in Pezula Golf Estate. This Knysna self catering villa enjoys wonderful views of the Indian Ocean and the prestigious awar...
Pezula Maritime Luxury
Pezula Maritime Luxury offers Knysna self catering in a luxury holiday home, ideal for a family getaway or Golf weekend. The house overlooks the ...
Hook, Wine and Sinker
Hook, Wine and Sinker is an exclusive 4-bedroom luxury holiday home in Knysna, within the Championship Pezula Golf Estate. Enjoying beautiful vie...
Pezula Windstar Villa
Pezula Windstar Villa is a sophisticated 4-bedroom holiday home situated in the prestigious Pezula Golf Estate, offering an exceptional blend of ...
Pezula Ocean Breeze Retreat
Pezula Ocean Breeze Retreat is an extraordinary cliffside villa, offering accommodation with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean perfectly sit...
Pezula 13th Hole Ocean Front
Situated in the Pezula Golf Estate, 13th Hole Ocean Front Luxury Holiday House offers self catering accommodation for eight guests. The modern ho...
Heaven Can Wait
Pezula Heaven Can Wait offers accommodation in an ideal getaway destination. Lose yourself in the seamless views of the rugged coast while sippin...
Lindsay Castle
Lindsay Castle offers accommodation in a large stone building built on rock at Noetzie, Knysna on the Garden Route. The property offers accommoda...
Craighross Castle
Be king of the castle! At Craighross you can let your imagination soar as you rule over a mystical kingdom in one of the worlds most beautiful an...
Other things to do in the area
Krisjan-se-Nek Picnic Site
Krisjan-se-Nek is a small picnic site located in the heart of the Garden Route. It offers spectacular views and a restful ambience that is inviti...
Homtini MTB Trail
Where: Krisjan-se-Nek picnic site, Rheenendal, KnysnaLevel: intermediate to difficultType of route: 19 km circular route along jeep track, loggin...
Drupkelders Hiking Trail
Get your family together, pack a picnic, bring along your swimming costumes and get on the Drupkelders Trail. This fantastic forest trail is abou...
Jubilee Creek
Jubilee Creek sits in the Knysna Forest and is most outstanding picnic spot you could imagine. The fresh green grass in the forest clearings sit ...
Jubilee Creek Picnic Site
The Jubilee Creek Picnic Site is simply spectacular, taking full advantage of the natural splendour and abundance of the Garden Route and its lus...
The Veg Table Private Dining Room
The Veg Table is a casually elegant private dining room that is situated just outside Knysna, in the Garden Route. This cabin-style home is nestl...
Skydive Knysna
Knysna's finest activity is of course Tandem Skydiving. This is a thrilling, adrenaline pumping, exciting and incredibly fun activity and is well...
Garden Route Trail Park MTB Trails
The Park is currently closedUnfortunately the trails will be closed until further notice. Rebuilding of the trails damaged by the fires in 2018 a...
The Orchid Room
The Orchid Room showcases the picturesque vacation town of Knysna with sweeping views of the surrounding scenery that are sure to impress. The di...
Noteworthy attractions
Fransmanshoek Conservancy
The Fransmanshoek conservancy stretches along the coastline incorporating the seaside villages of Boggomsbaai, Vleesbaai, Kanon, Cape Vacca priva...
Simola Golf Course
Keeping your head down at Simola can be a challenge; simply because the views around the course are awe-enspiring, and with this, it is clear to ...
Knysna Forest
Across Africa are only a handful of sheltered, remote pockets of Afromontane forest; all that remains of huge tracts of ancient forest that cover...
Kareedouw Pass
The Kareedouw Pass is one of several mountain passes through the quartzite of the southern Outeniqua-Langkloof-Tsitsikamma-Kareedouw range of Cap...
Garden Route Game Reserve
Garden Route Game Reserve situated in the heartland of the world famous Fynbos Botanical Route, welcomes you to the majestic beauty that fauna an...
Spitzkop Viewpoint
The Spitzkop viewpoint is the highest point above Knysna. Drive, or hike up there and you will find one of the best panoramic views of the town a...
Pledge Nature Reserve
This 10 hectare local nature reserve functions as something of a green lung in Knysna, lying as it does just behind Main Road. Made up of forest,...
Knysna Estuary
The Knysna Estuary, better known amongst the locals as the lagoon, is one of South Africa's favourite vacation spots, thanks to the stunning view...
Stilbaai Marine Protected Area
One of the youngest of the Marine Protected Areas in South Africa Stilbaai, just west of Mossel Bay, was declared a marine protected area only in...
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