The Lookout Arch

The Lookout Arch
The amazing this about this arch, is that its situated on a large Plain. The only rocks in the area, creates this fascinating arch which is highly enjoyable to view. This area is great for walking and getting out. Yes for the tourist they will go and see the sites in the area, but for the tourist who would like something different this is a nice add-on to the normal, tourist full, crazy spots in the area, where you can have some peace and quiet.

This walk starts in a more isolated area of Cape Point, and follows an attractive path inland, where it passes this amazing rock arch.

The rock arch is unique because its on a plain. Most rock arches are found, amidst a lot of other rocks, which reduces the beauty of the arch, but not this one. Its an outcrop of rocks in the middle of nowhere.

This is a nice place to visist if you want to go to a place which is isolated, where you will likely not see too many visitors and enjoy the wild spots and places to yourself.
A PDF is available below for downloading to provide you with full details on how to get to this incredible place, along with MAPS and interesting facts about the region.

Driving and Safety

How far do your drive?

from Cape Town.

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Driving Difficulty?

Tar all the way, no difficult or dangerous inclines or road

Personal Safety

Low risk

Parking

Privately owned area or park. Considered safe

How wild, beautiful and Spectacular

How Unknown?

20 % of the hiking population know this place

How Wild?

The wildness of this area is ranked 4/10

How Spectacular?

Medium Large (Pools/Rocks/Views)

How beautiful?

Medium Beautiful

Walking and Danger

How Tough

Moderate - Climb max 300-500 metres up eg Lions Head

Time it takes one direction, no stopping

1 hr Half Day, Low fitness . Allow 4 hours+ for this walk.

Path Quality

Path is clear with infrequent possibilities of mistake, steps good and solid

No Path whatsover

2% is not a path at all.

Exposure?

Path is not exposed

Rock Scrambling

Hands are never used, and no rock scrambling or climbing

Suitable for 9-11 yrs old?

Suitable

All our walks/hikes/explorations are not suitable for less than 9 year olds. 12 years old plus generally can cope with a lot with the right encouragement.

Download the PDF to get...

Detailed instructions on how to get there
A Map Layout
Hints and tips about the area