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Nature & parks in Clarens

4 curated nature reserves, parks and outdoor spots in Clarens, Free State — hand-picked and kept current by Out & About SA. Updated August 2026.

Out & About SA lists 4 nature reserves, parks and outdoor spots in Clarens, in the Eastern Highlands & Clarens. They span Dam / River, Scenic / Route and National Park. Every listing is hand-checked and kept current — browse them below, or open the full Free State nature & parks guide.

Ash River

Dam / River

Eastern Highlands & Clarens

River fed by the Lesotho Highlands scheme, used for rafting and fly-fishing

Clarens Conservancy Trails

Scenic / Route

Eastern Highlands & Clarens

Network of walking and mountain-bike trails through the sandstone hills around town

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

National Park

Eastern Highlands & Clarens

The Free State's only national park, famous for its golden and ochre sandstone cliffs (notably the Brandwag Buttress)…

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Rhebok Hiking Trail

Mountain / Hike

Eastern Highlands & Clarens

A demanding two-day circular trail in Golden Gate Highlands National Park climbing to Generaalskop, the park's highest…

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