Day 1 – Zig Zag Trail
- Marked with red trail boards
- 0Distance : 16 km
- !Max Elevantion: 1491 m
- "Min Elevation: 923 m
- Overnight Venue: Matumi Bush Camp
Our newest trail to date. This trail will give you a chance to explore Devils Knuckles, a mountain edge that divides Nelshoogte and the Barberton Basin. It has similar views to Kaapsche Hoop with views over the Barberton valley, a vertical drop of up to 500m on most knuckles. The trail passes a dam for those interested in bass fishing just after beginning the trail. Hike the 15.7 km to reach the end point which is the Matumi Lane Bush Camp.
Day 2 – Matumi Lane Trail
- Marked with white trail board
- 0Distance : 7 km
- !Max Elevantion: 1491 m
- "Min Elevation: 923 m
- Overnight Venue: Queens River Adventure Camp
The second day is a 6.5 km trail that follows the Matumi Lane Trail back to the Queens Base Camp through the Queens River Nature Reserve and the Nelshoogte Plantation following the Queens River. Along the route you will be treated to a wide variety of indigenous plants and animal species, including the 350 types of birds that are found here. There are several river crossings with wooden bridges, natural pools to cool down in and a spectacular cascade waterfall. This trail has areas that compare to a scene out of a fairy tale movie.
Day 3 – Montrose Trail
- Marked with orange trail boards
- 0Distance : 13 km
- !Max Elevantion: 1491 m
- "Min Elevation: 923 m
- Overnight Venue: Matumi Bush Camp
It winds 13 km through mountain passes, indigenous forests and with 23 stream crossings (some with wooden bridges), through the Montrose Valley and the Queens River Nature Reserve. You then have two options on accommodation, for those seeking the authentic hiker’s experience and looking for something special, the Matumi Lane Bush Camp Cabin is the place to stay. Nestled amongst the picturesque indigenous bush the cabin looks like it has been plucked straight from the pages of a fairy-tale. For weary hikers this is the perfect remedy for tired feet and the great news for those reluctant to walk is that it can be hired out by non-hikers too. For those that enjoy being out in nature the Matumi Bush Camp is a fenced camp in the Queensriver Nature Reserve. Situated on the banks of the Queens River which offers a basic camping experience, the brave can cool down in the river pools, a lapa to sit around the fire at night, a flushing toilet and a lot of hot water with a gas heated shower. Tents and mattresses can be rented if needed.
Day 4 – Devils Knuckles Trail
- Marked with dark blue trail boards
- 0Distance : 14 km
- !Max Elevantion: 1491 m
- "Min Elevation: 923 m
- Overnight Venue: Optional after hike
This trail starts at the Matumi Lane Bush Camp. You hike the 14.4 km up to the Nelshoogte Forestry Station Houthuis. This trail takes you along the dirt road for a section of the way. It goes through Pine plantations and natural bush with an option of passing a beautiful waterfall and a natural pool to cool down. The trail also offers two separate dams for those interested in bass fishing before reaching the Nelshoogte Forestry Station Houthuis end point.
