Jongensfontein, Western Cape, South Africa

4.3

(127 reviews)

About This Spring

Description

Small but steady spring – after which the town of Jongensfontein was named. Local San used the spring up until the 1900’s until they were chased away (and shot) by colonial Dutch settlers. The spring is an unused resource. Access is open to public, though it occurs on private land (it runs through the JOngensfontein campsite).

Nearest Address

N2 to Stilbaai

Directions from Nearest Address

Drive N2 to Stillbaai, Once in Stilbaai, follow signs to Jongensfontein. Ask for directions to the campsite.

Vital Information

  • Fee: Probably a local day visitor fee
  • Access: Private
  • Flow: Continuous
  • TDS: N/A
  • Temp: N/A
  • pH: N/A

Hours Spring is Open:

24/7/365

GPS: N/A

Submitted by: Steve Hurt

GPS Coordinates

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