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Carlislehoekspruit Pass

Coordinates: 30°43′08″S 27°57′24″E / 30.7188°S 27.9568°E / -30.7188; 27.9568
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Carlislehoekspruit Pass (English: Carlisle is a surname, hoek is Corner, spruit is a brook) is a mountain pass situated in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, on the road between Rhodes and the Tiffindell Ski Resort near Ben Macdhui.

30°43′08″S 27°57′24″E / 30.7188°S 27.9568°E / -30.7188; 27.9568

  • Driving skill level: Intermediate to expert.
  • Make use of local knowledge before attempting the drive and be sure to take warm clothing with you, just in case.
  • Road condition: Gravel surface (some sections partially covered with concrete).
  • Remarks: Very steep. Some hair raising bends. Very scenic.