update (12 May 2025): On 09 May 2025, SANParks issued a public advisory urging visitors to stay off the Tokai and Silvermine trails in Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town due to ongoing flareups and hazardous conditions. The organization emphasizes that reopening the trails would be premature as the clearance of dangerous debris, including nails and pins, is still in progress.
The affected areas remain unstable underfoot, posing serious safety risks. SANParks also highlights the importance of protecting the fragile ecosystem, as emerging vegetation and wildlife in these areas are particularly vulnerable.
At present, SANParks cannot confirm a specific reopening date. Further announcements will be made as soon as the trails are deemed safe for public access.
South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an update regarding the recent fire in Upper Tokai and surrounding areas in Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town. Due to the fire, several sections of the park remain closed for public safety until further notice.
Closed Areas:
- All hiking trails, horse riding tracks, and mountain biking paths in Upper Tokai.
- Silvermine East and West, including Gate 1 (Dam) and Gate 2 (Waterfall).
- Trails leading to Silvermine.
- Echo Valley, Peak’s Valley, Ou Kraal, Old Boyes Drive, and Kalk Bay trails.
Despite containment efforts, lingering hazards like smoldering logs, unstable ground, and falling debris continue to pose risks to visitors. Additionally, the fire has left wildlife in Table Mountain National Park exposed and vulnerable, increasing their risk of predation and human-wildlife conflicts.
While some areas remain off-limits, there are still several open trails for safe exploration, including:
- Elsie’s Peak
- Trappieskop
- Peers’ Cave
- Lower Tokai
- Noordhoek Beach
- Northern and Southern sections of Table Mountain National Park
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