South AfricaFree StateDorskoppie

Dorskoppie

Mountain in Free State · 1,649 m

1,649 m
Elevation
63 m
Prominence
22.1 km
Hike length one way
-29.0722, 27.5128
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Dorskoppie

22.1 km
one way
277 m
of ascent
10 h 28 min
round trip

The route starts at Modderpoort — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

1,581 m22.1 km · 1,649 m

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Parking and starting point

1Modderpoort
station / cable car · southwest of the peak
22.1 km on foot · ↑ 277 m · about 10 h 28 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Dorskoppie?

Dorskoppie is 1,649 m above sea level and lies in Free State. Its prominence is 63 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Dorskoppie?

From Modderpoort it is about 22.1 km one way with 277 m of ascent. Expect around 10 h 28 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Dorskoppie?

The nearest starting point is Modderpoort (southwest of the peak) — 22.1 km on foot · ↑ 277 m · about 10 h 28 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Dorskoppie in Conquer?

Yes — Dorskoppie is one of 7,503 peaks in South Africa in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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