In 2017 the Paarl Trails team started with a humble vision – to transform the region into a world-class adventure destination. After the construction of their first trails at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate in Paarl North the team has expanded their network to nearly 200 km of routes on and around Paarl Mountain, making it one of the biggest trail networks in the country.
Their efforts have been a remarkable journey, powered by the support and belief of landowners, Drakenstein Municipality, and the community. The passion and hard work of all involved have made it possible to build, maintain and expand an extensive trail network, which has not only benefited outdoor enthusiasts, but also the region as a whole.
Paarl Trails has transformed into an amazing community-focused project, with the following initiatives:. 2024 Trail Access Memberships. www.PaarlTrails.com. Paarl Trails. Designing, developing and maintaining a network of trails for mountain biking, trail running and hiking.. Employing more than 20 staff members who work daily on the trails.. Running skills development programmes that provide employment opportunities and teach valuable skills for personal and professional growth.. Operating the Hero Legacy Project NPO, which teaches children to cycle and supports local community projects.. Supporting local schools to encourage kids to enjoy the outdoors through riding, running and walking.. Hosting regular outrides and runs, which introduce mountain biking to many local residents and attract daily visitors from all over the country to enjoy the trails.. Hosting a number of annual events that have put Paarl on the map as one of the best cycling destinations in South Africa.
Visiting and supporting Paarl trails
The trails are accessible every day from sunrise to sunset for registered users. There is a charge for trail access, and all proceeds from day passes and yearly memberships go directly towards running the project.
Maintaining the trails and running various programmes incurs substantial costs each month, and the income generated from passes and memberships plays a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly. Using the trails without a pass or membership not only poses security and access risks but also directly impacts the programme’s sustainability.
Day passes:
There are two ways to get a day pass for Paarl Trails:. Visit www.paarltrails.com and purchase a day pass online.. Purchase a day pass in person at one of the five trail heads located around the mountain.
Annual memberships:
. Year-round convenience and exclusive offers with annual membership. The annual membership is perfect for those who want to enjoy our trail network year-round
In addition to our trail network, members also have access to several other trail networks, including a total of nearly 500 km of routes available year-round, which members will never tire of exploring. Visit our website, www.paarltrails.com, for more information.
Launching on 1 December 2023, the 2024 memberships will be available for purchase online. Once bought, it will be valid until 31 December 2024.
As a South African safety is a top priority, especially when enjoying outdoor activities such as riding, running or walking on trails. To keep our trails safer we collaborate with trail builders, marshals and landowners to keep a eye out for any suspicious activity.
But we have gone one step further by designing a cutting-edge safety tool. Our BOT, managed in conjunction with ER24 and local emergency services, allows users to report emergencies, ranging from safety and emergency situations to fires and trail maintenance.
With just a press of a button, the tool sends the user’s details, GPS location, and issue description to a group of on-call staff who promptly assist or activate the necessary professionals to attend to the report.
To activate this service, save the number 071 157 5976 on your phone and send a WhatsApp message just saying “hi” to the number. You’ll receive access to an interactive system for
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