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NATURE RESERVES
Harold Johnson Nature Reserve
Province: Kwazulu Natal
Region: North Coast
Main Attractions: Hiking, Game Viewing
Accommodation: Camping, caravanning
Harold Johnson Nature reserve was proclaimed in 1967 and is 100 hectares in extent. Set on the south bank of the Thukela River, the reserve is 6 km from the river mouth on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. Wildlife species which occur include zebra, bushbuck, impala, blue, red and grey duiker, vervet monkey, slender mongoose, white-tailed mongoose, banded mongoose and porcupine.
Birdlife is abundant with almost 200 recorded species. The reserve has an interesting variety of indigenous thornveld flora which attracts 114 recorded species of butterflies. There are also 7 km of nature walks, one of which, the "muthi" trail, provides an interesting insight into the medicinal uses of various plants used traditionally by the Zulu people. A booklet on this trail may be purchased at the office. The picnic site has a commanding view of the Thukela River. A cultural museum at the picnic site portrays the traditional dress and customs of the Zulu people. Included in the reserve are the national monuments of Fort Pearson and the Ultimatum Tree which commemorate the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.
Accommodation:
Two camp grounds are available with camping and limited caravanning facilities. Ablution blocks provide hot and cold water. The camping and caravanning area has six shady sites, two of which can take caravans.The campsites share cold water taps and barbecue facilities at each. Only the two caravan sites have plug points. The ablutions have hot and cold water, toilets, a bath and shower and a dishwashing basin. Tel: (032) 486 1574.
GENERAL INFOMATION
Gate Opening and Closing Times: 06h00 to 18h00
Office Hours: The office is open from 07h00 to 16h00
Distance and Time from Gate to Camp: 500 metres
Camp Telephone Number: (0324) 861574 Camp Fax: (0324) 861574
Shop: Nil
The nearest town which has a full range of services is Stanger/Kwadukuza which is 25 kms away.
How to get there:
Harold Johnson Route Guide - Take N2 freeway go through the Tongaat & Umvoti Toll roads. Take the Zinkwazi / Darnell turn off approx 18 Km's after the Umvoti Toll. At the stop street turn left ( proceed inland ) at robotots turn right onto the R102 approx 10Km's see Harold Johnson sign board turn right onto dirt road and follow sign's.
Pets are not permitted into the reserve.
Concessions:
Education groups from KwaZulu-Natal are admitted free to the reserve.
Facilities for people with disabilities: Nil
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