How to drive the unpaved road from Tiffindell Resort to Tenahead Lodge?

Located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, the road from Tiffindell Ski Resort to Tenahead Lodge is one of the highest roads of the country, running entirely over 2.600m above sea level.

Tiffindell Resort-Tenahead Lodge road

Where is the road from Tiffindell Resort to Tenahead Lodge?

Located in the eastern part of the country, near the Lesotho border, the road is known as Die Patrollie Pad (The Patrol Road) and Die Grenspad (the Border Road).

Is the road from Tiffindell Resort to Tenahead Lodge unpaved?

The road is totally unpaved. It’s a slower alternative to the Naudes Nek Pass. Make sure you get your vehicle and yourself well-prepared before driving this road. 4x4 vehicle with high clearance required. The road is pretty rough.

How long is the road from Tiffindell Resort to Tenahead Lodge?

The road is 28.7 km long and connects the Tiffindell Ski Resort in the west with the Tenahead Mountain Lodge in the east.

Is the road from Tiffindell Resort to Tenahead Lodge open year-round?

The road tops out at 2.674m (8,772ft) above sea level. The summit receives regular snowfalls and average winter snowfall is 2 meters. The area can be subject to severe electrical storms in the summer months. 

 

 

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