Noordhoek Peak Circuit

Moderate

Silvermine

Main risk: slips and falls

At a glance

Distance

7 km circuit

Time

2.5–3 hr

Elevation gain

400 m

Summit

754 m

Dogs allowed Parking SANParks Silvermine — R44 SA adult, R200 international, cash only at gate

The ridge and summit are very exposed to SE winds — gusts can be strong enough to unbalance hikers on the narrow sections near the peak. Mist can reduce visibility rapidly. Do not attempt in SE gale conditions.

Know before you go

Spectacular views over Noordhoek Beach, Chapman's Peak, Hout Bay, and False Bay.
Dog-friendly with a valid SANParks My Activity Permit.
Cash only at the gate — no card payment.

If you need help

Exposed ridge terrain requires careful footing. Inside Silvermine there is no cell signal — communicate plans before entering. The Noordhoek Peak Circuit is a popular dog-walking and trail-running route; rescue response times are reasonable but cell signal limits communication. Silvermine was burnt in the major April 2025 wildfire — most paths and facilities reopened by late 2025, but check SANParks for any lingering closures.

Emergency exit

Return to the Silvermine Gate 1 parking via the jeep track. The circuit can be cut short by retracing rather than completing the loop.

Cell reception

Patchy. Better on the summit, weaker in the valley.

Start point

Silvermine Nature Reserve Gate 1 (dam parking), Ou Kaapse Weg — cross the reservoir wall and follow the jeep track up

Get directions to trailhead

Parking: Silvermine Gate 1 dam parking. Cash only. Gate closes at 18:00.

Elevation profile

Peak

754 m

Total ascent

400 m

Trail length

7 km

Best time of year

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Exposed ridge — avoid in strong SE gale conditions.

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Last reviewed May 2026

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