Van Gaalen Trails
The Van Gaalen trails cross over 30 private farms with over 80km of single-track throughout the Skeerpoort Valley. We offer opportunities for mountain biking, trail running, hiking & birding. The manicured routes are well prepared and maintained which attract many athletes to the area. Day permits and mandatory indemnity forms are available at the Trail/Farm Shop.
Hours: Wed-Fri 08:00am-17:00pm
Sat-Sun 06:00am-17:00pm (Summer) 07:00am-17:00pm (Winter)
Closed on Monday’s & Tuesday’s
RULES
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Helmet, protective eye wear and cellphone are compulsory for mountainbiking.
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Horses have right of way, then mountain bikes
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No Pets/Dogs or motor bikes allowed
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No picnics, smoking, fire or dumping of rubbish allowed
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Stay on marked trail. Stay away from private grounds and houses and don’t climb over fences or make your own trail.
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Respect privacy and greet the landowners please
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Close gates if they were closed
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Trails are closed on race days
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Please report problems, blocked routes or anything strange.
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Right of admission reserved
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Use of trails only with permit and signed indemnity form