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The Bloemhof Dam Nature Reserve, covering an area of 7 800 hectare, is situated on the northern shores of the 25,000 hectare Bloemhof Dam on the Vaal River near Bloemhof. The main features of the reserve include Kalahari vegetation, fishing, water sports, a wide variety of small and large antelope species and 256 bird species which afford game viewing and birding.

Terrain

The terrain is typically flat or gently undulating with a gradual slope towards the dam. Calciferous rocky outcrops occur sporadically, particularly in the western and central sections.

Wildlife

There is a wide variety of small and large antelopes, with the main predator being the black-backed jackal. Birdlife on the reserve is very good and to present 256 species have been sighted. A number of reptiles and amphibians are also found here.

Activities

Angling, bird watching, game drives and hunting are available.

Day visitor facilities

The reserve is extremely popular for angling due to the success rate of catches made. Open picnic sites with toilets and fresh water are provided. There is a boat launch pad.

Accommodation facilities

A group-camp complex consisting of:

Three self-catering, furnished chalets
Three dormitory type rooms of six beds each
An ablution block
A kitchen
A conference or function facility

Camping sites with ablution block (wheelchair friendly) are also available - showers, toilets, hot water. No power points. Camp next to the water and no bookings are necessary.

Bloemhof is one of the best angling dams in the country, and hosts International, National and Provincial angling competitions on a regular basis.

A hunting camp consisting of four chalets and a lapa may be booked and hunting packages are available.