Maclear’s Beacon marks the highest point on
Table Mountain, approximately 1087 meters above sea level. The stone, placed in 1865, was named after Sir Thomas Maclear, the Queen’s astronomer in the Cape area.
Maclear’s Beacon is a must-see for hikers and tourist. Routes to the stone are marked and can be easily followed. The different routes can be accessed from
Platteklip Gorge or the Cable Station. There is also route from Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden known as Smuts Track. These routes take anywhere between 2 to 3 hours before you get to Maclear’s Beacon.
Table Mountain is a plateau that is about 3 kilometres in length, and is surrounded by Devil’s Peak, Lion’s Head and Signal Hilll. Maclear’s Beacon lies on the North-East side of the mountain plateau, and offers fantastic views of the
Cape Town CBD, Altantic Ocean and Robbin Island below.
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Things to do near Maclear's Beacon
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A hike up Table Mountain offers some of Cape Town's best views and scenery. The Platteklip Gorge to Upper Cable Station hike is the most popular, and covers a 3km ascent which can be done in between one to three hours, depending on fitness and pace.
The hike is fairly tough, and should be approach... [ read more... ] |
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Devil’s Peak provides an spectacular backdrop to the suburbs of Cape Town. The mountain is situated directly to the East of the iconic Table Mountain, and can be seen flanking it in many a postcard. Devil’s Peak or Duiwelspiek(Afrikaans), first known as Windberg, got its name from a traditional... [ read more... ] |
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Skeleton Gorge is one of the many routes up to the top of Table Mountain. At its base is Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, which is worth a visit in its own right. The Gorge is beautifully unspoilt, and wides it's way up the mountain alongside a stream, and the path crosses a few waterfalls o... [ read more... ] |
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Newlands forest is a favorite spot for local dog-walkers because of the dappled shade created by the well established pines in the area. This forest is also a great spot to take a hike up to the saddle between Devil's Peak and Table Mountain, or begin walking or jogging one any number of Table Moun... [ read more... ] |
Accommodation near Maclear's Beacon
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The Red House is a small boutique Guest House, where exclusivity is assured in four luxury rooms and one secluded Cottage. The Red House is situated in leafy Newlands, only 5 minutes from the world renowned Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands Cricket and Rugby grounds, The University of Cape To... [ read more... ] |
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In a quiet position with stunning views, Tafelberg Inn is situated high on the slopes of Table Mountain with stunning views of City, Bay and mountain. The guest lounge and breakfast area open onto mountain garden and swimming pool. A short drive to the Cape Town city centre, Waterfront, Table Mounta... [ read more... ] |
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Atforest Guest House is situated under Table Mountain, a World Heritage Site. You will immediately feel welcome and enjoy the personal attention of the owners.... [ read more... ] |
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As part of the Gooderson Leisure Resorts Hotels and Lodges, Fabz Estate Hotel caters for the guest who enjoys an unrivalled standard of service, hospitality and quality including accommodation, fully equipped conference facilities and on-site a’ la carte restaurant.
All these unique attributes c... [ read more... ] |
