Platteklip Gorge to Upper Cableway Station
The most direct and popular walking ascent of Table Mountain, climbing steeply through Platteklip Gorge.
- Country
- South Africa
- Region
- Table Mountain north face, Cape Town
- Distance
- about 3 km ascent
- Typical duration
- about 1 to 3 hours ascent
- Difficulty
- Moderate to Hard depending on fitness and weather
- Best season
- Stable daylight conditions; avoid extreme heat, strong wind, heavy rain and low cloud
- Trail type
- Point to point ascent; return or cableway descent requires a separate plan
Route data may change. Verify closures, permits, weather, transport and navigation with official sources before departure.