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Skurweberg 4x4 (Skurweberg Farm)

Roggeveld/Klein-Roggeveld escarpment, 45 km from Sutherland

Northern CapeTrail park
Difficulty4/5

Technical — low range, diff-lock or good traction control, recovery kit and experience. · OL assessment

Cost2/4
Popularity21/100
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Check conditions. This is a working farm and the trail runs by arrangement — book ahead.

About this route

A private farm trail network in the Skurweberg range 45 km from Sutherland, with a ~50 km perimeter route (about 6 hours) and a shorter 16 km loop. Terrain is mountainous and rocky with scree slopes and occasional sandy riverbeds; low range is essential on the harder sections. Riverside campsite and a four-bedroom guesthouse on the farm.

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The facts

Distance
50 km
Duration
Full-day (~6 hrs) or half-day loop (16 km)
Best season
Year-round except after heavy rain and winter snowfalls
Nearest town
Sutherland (45 km)
Accommodation
Both
Booking
Required
Guided
No
Operator
Skurweberg Farm

On the ground

Water crossingsRock obstaclesOff-grid: 1 dayNo cell signalLow range neededStock-4x4 friendly

Getting there

±345 km from Cape Town · ±1 270 km from Johannesburg · ±1 510 km from Durban

Via Sutherland — confirm directions when booking. 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 breathers
    TJM Snorkels
  • Rated recovery points & underbody protection
    OL Premium Bars / Piak
  • Comms & navigation backup
    4x4 Equip

Your nearest Opposite Lock fitment centre partner will confirm the right spec for your vehicle before you spend a cent.

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