Please note that the access road to Die Polle is closed due to dune movement. This access road will no longer be available to the public.

The Walker Bay Fishing Trail provides 4x4 access to popular angling and picnic spots along Die Plaat. Visitors can access 4x4 routes from the Stanford gate (fishing trail), De Kelders Gansbaai gate and the Uilkraalsmond Franskraal gate. 

4x4 Fishing Trail

The popular 4x4 Fishing Trail is located in the Lê Bos section of Walker Bay Nature Reserve. A variety of marine fish are found along this coastline, including kabeljou, steenbras and the sought-after galjoen.

The route gives visitors easy access to popular angling sites along this stretch of coast, such as Sopiesklip, Groot Duifklip and Klein Duifklip.

The fishing trail is open daily from 07:00 to 19:00. At the gatehouse, visitors are required to pay the standard reserve conservation fee as well as an activity fee to access the trail.

Please note:

• Distance from the gate to the last fishing spot is about 9km.
• All the fishing spots have a designated parking area.
• This is a 4x4 trail – no walking or driving on dunes or coastal areas.
• Only 4x4 vehicles are allowed on the trail.
• Check your tyre pressure is correct for the driving conditions.
• Please make sure you have all the necessary permits for angling and bait collection
• No dogs or fires.