Bass Lake Adventures 4x4 Trail
Henley on Klip / De Deur, ~45 min south of Johannesburg
Low range needed — proper 4x4 with clearance and recovery points. · OL assessment
About this route
75-hectare quarry-lake estate south of Johannesburg best known as Gauteng's primary open-water diving venue, with a fenced 4x4 trail sharing the property alongside MTB, kayaking and camping. The trail includes technical sections with escape routes and river-adjacent terrain. Closest southern-suburbs option in this set; trail status needs direct confirmation.
The facts
On the ground
Getting there
±45 km from Johannesburg · ±545 km from Durban · ±1 375 km from Cape Town
Venue entrance. The pin marks the start point or booking gate — not the route itself.
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What your rig needs
Sensible starting kit for this route.
- Snorkel & diff breathersTJM Snorkels
- Rated recovery points & underbody protectionOL Premium Bars / Piak
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Route information is a guide, researched July 2026. Conditions, fees and access change — always confirm with the operator before you travel. You travel at your own risk.
Last researched: 2026-07