Hattingshoogte Pass

Hattingshoogte Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.965m (6,446ft) above the sea level, located in KwaZulu-Natal, in South Africa.

Hattingshoogte Pass
Hattingshoogte Pass

The road to the summit is gravel and pretty scenic. 4wd vehicles recommended. The road over the pass is pretty steep, with sections up to 1:11. Do not travel this road in severe weather conditions. It snows here in winter, in which case this pass would best be avoided unless in a suitable 4x4 with the appropriate equipment to deal with snow. This track can get very muddy and slippery after rain making it challenging to get through. During and after a storm the road may be impassable, even with a four-wheel-drive vehicle. The pass is also subject to violent electrical storms and even tornadoes on the odd occasion. This route should not be attempted by inexperienced off-road drivers or in a single vehicle.