Highveld Nature Reserve

Potchefstroom
South Africa

(018) 293-1703

Potchefstroom, South Africa
Highveld nature reserve is a Community nature reserve. It is successfully claimed by the Barolong Bo Modiboa. it is situated west of the town of Potchefstroom on the N12 treasure route near Ikageng township and Matlwang village. It is an area of high conservation value as it conserves a portion of the western grassland biome as found in the Bakenveld. Popular attractions include the popular annual hiking event, game viewing and Community outreach programmes which the reserve hosts.

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Potchefstroom, Dr Kenneth Kaunda District, North West, South Africa

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