Braving the chilly weather at Melville Koppies

Despite the cold front that hit Gauteng on April 30 and reminded us that winter is just around the corner, keen hikers were undaunted and came to hike on May 1.

Visit the Koppies and you’ll see its brand of autumn colours, the russet termite mounds, quartzite rock and purple tinges in some of the grasses, and a variety of yellow flowers.

Melville Koppies Central (Nature Reserve and Heritage Site) is open every Sunday from 8am to 11.30am.

Security on the Koppies is provided; park in secure parking opposite the entrance at Marks Park in Judith Road, Emmarentia.

Mid-week tours can be arranged.