Kasteelspoort Hike - Table Mountain

Kasteelspoort is steep. But it is not as steep and direct as most the northern and eastern routes and doesn’t feel like a constant slump. That is what we like best about this hike. The route has very little exposure to heights or edges and has a rocky stair like terrain. A relatively good fitness level is required for the ascent and we will have a more level terrain at the top of the mountain. We will then head to the summit where 3 ladders will help us along the way.

This Table Mountain hiking route is a great way to get away from the crowds, especially in the busy summer months.

The route starts off at the Pipe Track entrance in Camps Bay. The Pipe Track is a good warm up before we ascent to the summit. This is a truly beautiful Table Mountain hike with loads to offer. As we accent through the fynbos-filled ravine, we pass impressive rock formations and exquisite cliffs, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean.

Just past the halfway mark, you’ll run into ‘the flat rock’. A good resting point, and even better lookout spot. We take a timeout here to recharge and soak in the beauty. It’s one of the most spectacular viewpoints on Table Mountain and looks across the mountain over Camps Bay and Lion’s Head.

Once at the top, the cliffs to the right face over Kasteelspoort. And across the Atlantic coast, you will find another spectacular viewing point and great photo location. Here you will find the remains of an old steam engine cable car, assembled in the 1890’s. The old cable car ruin makes a very scenic location and ideal picnic spot.

We then head through the spectacular landscapes of the Back Table, through the Valley of Red Gods, into the Valley of Isolation to the Upper cable car station. Here we will enjoy the 360-degree view of Cape Town before we take a ride back down in the cable car.