The Fisherman's Route

Fishing is bound to provide a fun day out for the whole family; trout fishing for Dad and the kids and a relaxing day at the pool for Mom. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy some of the abundant birdlife. There are hot drinks available for the early fly fisherman, as well as clean facilities and secure parking for all visitors. All this located only one hour from Johannesburg and Pretoria.

This is a truly eco-friendly fly-fishing venue. Experience quality fly-fishing in a peaceful and private environment. Small and large scale yellowfish are abundant in the pristine Magalies River. This magnificent spot is situated close to the Magaliesburg Village and is a mere 45 minutes from Johannesburg and Pretoria.

Big Creek Guest Lodge

Route Tags : Bass | Bream | Rainbow Trout

Some 13 kms from Magaliesburg and 300m off the R24 to Rustenburg, situated in a tranquil valley facing the Magaliesburg Mountains (an hour from Johannesburg and Pretoria) is the peaceful and picturesque Big Creek Guest Lodge.

Brookwood Estate Trout Farm

Route Tags : Bass | Bream | Carp | Rainbow Trout

We have five well stocked dams and excellent Yellow Fish fishing in the Blaauwbank River. We can confidently say that our trout dams hold some of the biggest Rainbow Trout in Gauteng! The largest of the five dams holds a multitude of fish including Bass, Yellows, Carp & Bream.

Budmarsh Country Lodge

Route Tags : Generic Fishing

Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, in the heart of the magical Magaliesburg, Budmarsh Country Lodge awaits to welcome you to its world of understated elegance, tranquility and personalised attention.

Kloofzicht Lodge

Route Tags : Bass | Rainbow Trout

Nestled at the foothills of the Zwartkops Mountains in the Cradle of Humankind, Kloofzicht Lodge is the essence of tranquility and ultimate luxury, a comfortable 40 minute drive from both Johannesburg and Pretoria.

Magalies Barbus Haven

Route Tags : Bass | Bream | Generic Fishing | Rainbow Trout

MBH is situated on the upper stretches of the Magalies River. The water quality is superb, being in close proximity to the source at Maloneys Eye.
It’s approximately 45 minutes from Johannesburg and Pretoria - easily accessible for day trips.

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Contact us

West Rand District Municipality - West Rand Tourism
Cnr Sixth & Park Street - Randfontien - South Africa

Telephone: +27 11 411 5272
Fax: +27 11 412 3663

Email: tourism@wrdm.co.za