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Phillipskop

Mountain in Western Cape · 487 m

487 m
Elevation
69 m
Prominence
8.5 km
Hike length one way
-34.3981, 19.5233
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Phillipskop

8.5 km
one way
491 m
of ascent
4 h 48 min
round trip

The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

219 m8.5 km · 483 m

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Parking and starting point

1Parking area
parking · northeast of the peak
8.5 km on foot · ↑ 491 m · about 4 h 48 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 Phillipskop?

Phillipskop is 487 m above sea level and lies in Western Cape. Its prominence is 69 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Phillipskop?

From the nearest registered starting point it is about 8.5 km one way with 491 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 48 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Phillipskop?

The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — 8.5 km on foot · ↑ 491 m · about 4 h 48 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Phillipskop in Conquer?

Yes — Phillipskop 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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