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Richtersveld Gravel Region — Volcanic Ridge Pass

Moderate
gravel
Port Nolloth, Northern Cape trailforks
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Elevation profile

1145m 932m

Min 932m · Max 1145m · Gain 519m · 24 km

Route stats

Distance
24 km
Elevation gain
520 m
−130 m descent
Max grade
4.9%
2.2% avg
Difficulty
Moderate
Surface
Gravel
Route type
Point-to-point

About this route

Climb volcanic ridges through corrugated gravel and loose sand to spectacular valley vistas. This moderate route challenges riders with rocky sections and sustained grades while rewarding with dramatic desert panoramas and remote mountain passes.