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SaveMulti-use trail network with various options for mountain bikes, hikers and trail runners.
Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
eBikes Allowed:
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AKA: Bethlehem Farm
Land Status: Private Property
Land Manager: Bethlehem Plaas
google parking directions Access Info:
Old Bethlehem Farm, Kylemore
Disclaimer:
Permits required for cyclist only. Pay at the main entrance via Zapper or Snapscan. We also accept Banhoek Conservancy day and Winelands Annual permits.
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Bethlehem Trail Team
since 2018Sponsor
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- Mountain Bike
22 trails
- E-Bike
22 trails
- Hike
21 trails
- Trail Running
21 trails
Region Details
- 4
- 9
- 8
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Jun 16, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 24
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 22
- Trails E-Bike
- 22
- Trails Hike
- 21
- Trails Trail Running
- 21
- Total Distance
- 14 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,348 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,239 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,932 ft
- Reports
- 255
- Photos
- 22
- Ridden Counter
- 5,797
Popular Bethlehem Plaas Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 4,905 ft • 0 ft • 734 •
Very fast gradual descending line with some small technical sections and a few nice jumps
• 100 ★ 4.8 • 3,698 ft • 0 ft • 715 •
Flowing fast descent off Niknaks and . Awesome features.
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 3,310 ft • 3 ft • 625 •
Flowing berm-filled descent from on the foothills of Dragoon peak.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 676 ft • 0 ft • 532 •
Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 3.5 • 4,056 ft • 325 ft • 464 •
Easy smooth climbing up the foothill of Dragoon peak. Bringing you to the start of the descent.
• 90 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 450 ft • 422 •
Easy climb up from to the Ninaks and
• 80 ★ 3.0 • 4,045 ft • 128 ft • 356 •
Trail acces route into Old Bethlehem Trail system as well as the Sky Traverse, , the Game Trail and . Also hiking access to the various hiking routes up Dragoon Peak, and the old mountain club hut.
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 2,700 ft • 124 ft • 343 •
Easy up or down with some nice turns
Bethlehem Plaas Mountain Bike Routes
Photos of Bethlehem Plaas Mountain Bike
Videos of Bethlehem Plaas Mountain Bike
trail: Afterburner
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148 |
Jun 9, 2021
youtuber
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trail: Afterburner
2:12 |
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Jan 30, 2025 , Stellenbosch
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobra | Jun 16, 2026 @ 11:05am (Africa/Maseru) Jun 16, 2026 | Ideal | SchalkMarais | ||
| Klipwerf | Jun 16, 2026 @ 11:05am (Africa/Maseru) Jun 16, 2026 | Ideal | SchalkMarais | ||
| Afterburner | Jun 16, 2026 @ 11:05am (Africa/Maseru) Jun 16, 2026 | Variable | SchalkMarais | ||
| Contour connector | Dec 26, 2025 @ 7:04am (Africa/Maseru) Dec 25, 2025 | Ideal | john-van-esch Wine Lands | ||
| Connector to Elevator | Dec 26, 2025 @ 7:04am (Africa/Maseru) Dec 25, 2025 | Ideal | john-van-esch Wine Lands | ||
| Dig Bos | Oct 18, 2025 @ 7:58am (Africa/Johannesburg) Oct 17, 2025 | Variable | headshot TokaiMTB | ||
| Bethlehem Ascent to Nick Nacks | Jul 13, 2025 @ 9:38am Jul 13, 2025 | Ideal | gravelpatrol | ||
| Bethlehem Gate | Jul 13, 2025 @ 12:05pm Jul 13, 2025 | Ideal | Eb4dv8 | ||
| Game Trail easy up | Jan 22, 2025 @ 10:43am Jan 22, 2025 | Very Dry | Robi49 | ||
| Fence Trail | Jan 13, 2024 @ 1:14am Jan 13, 2024 | Ideal | faniefiets |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SchalkMarais | add | report | activity #97166107 and 2 more | Jun 17, 2026 @ 12:06am 2 days |
| ArnoutA72e3c | ridden | trail | activity #95947849 | May 31, 2026 @ 9:15am May 31, 2026 |
| Zapcatdan | add | report | activity #89946944 | Mar 4, 2026 @ 6:12am Mar 4, 2026 |
| bobiwasabi | ridden | trail | activity #89560554 and 1 more | Feb 26, 2026 @ 12:08am Feb 26, 2026 |
| gusquovadis | wishlist | trail | activity #87460680 and 2 more | Jan 18, 2026 @ 11:59pm Jan 18, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Superb! | May 18, 2025 @ 8:17am May 18, 2025 | ||
| trail | A true Gem of a Trail!!! | Mar 7, 2025 @ 1:20am Mar 7, 2025 | ||
| report | Perfect conditions | Aug 20, 2023 @ 2:44pm Aug 20, 2023 | ||
| trail | Wow | Jul 5, 2021 @ 12:37am Jul 5, 2021 | ||
| trail | Trail is open. | Feb 13, 2021 @ 7:24am Feb 13, 2021 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banhoek Conservancy Trails | 16 | 13 | 1 | 0.7 km | |
| Hellsend Dirt Compound | 4 | 0.8 km | |||
| Boschendal Wine Farm | 12 | 10 | 2.2 km | ||
| Idas Valley Nature Area | 3 | 3 km | |||
| STF Botmaskop | 4 | 7 | 3.1 km |
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Local Trail Supporters
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- Old Bethlehem Trail team
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- Old Bethlehem Farm
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 22 | 13 miles | 2,346 ft | 7 miles | 1,240 ft | #3,591 | #69 | 20 | 252 | 1 | 1,634 | |
| E-Bike | 22 | 13 miles | 2,346 ft | 7 miles | 1,240 ft | #3,470 | #145 | 246 | 263 | |||
| Hike | 21 | 12 miles | 1,568 ft | 5 miles | 1,240 ft | #6,530 | #165 | 2 | 252 | 64 | ||
| Trail Running | 21 | 12 miles | 1,568 ft | 5 miles | 1,240 ft | #5,625 | #158 | 250 | 189 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Bethlehem Plaas
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Bethlehem Plaas?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Bethlehem Plaas are:
- Cobra (4.3/5)
- Klipwerf (4.3/5)
- Afterburner (4.3/5)
- Another Connector (4.1/5)
- Game Trail easy up (4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Bethlehem Plaas?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Bethlehem Plaas are:
- October (7 activities)
- April (6 activities)
- June (5 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Bethlehem Plaas?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Bethlehem Plaas. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Bethlehem Plaas?
The longest trail in Bethlehem Plaas is Bethlehem Ascent to Nick Nacks at 2.0 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
Activities
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