Table Mountain NP
Kloof Corner
The Kloof Corner Ridge variation above the Contour Path involves serious rock climbing with chains and significant exposure — a trail runner died here in 2021 after the route gained social media attention. The standard hike to the trig beacon is safe, but do not be drawn onto the ridge above without an experienced guide and correct equipment.
Know before you go
One of Cape Town's best sunset spots — the trig beacon looks directly across at Lion's Head and down over Camps Bay. A torch is essential if hiking out after dark. The short 20–30 minute ascent makes this suitable for a quick evening outing. The Contour Path at the top connects to Platteklip and the India Venster trail.
Rescue history
The lower Kloof Corner hike to the Contour Path trig beacon is low-risk. The ridge above is a different matter entirely — do not conflate the two routes.
Good for most of the route.
Return down the same path. The trail is out-and-back to the trig beacon.
Hairpin bend on Tafelberg Road (signposted Kloof Corner; park on the road verge at the bend)