Topside
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Forest boulders set on the hillside, offering shaded climbing among the trees.
Aquarium boulders
Bertie's Balcony
Topside roof sector with a notable view. Contains Bertie’s Bad Acid Trip, a 7C problem regarded as one of the best at Topside.
Bonnydoon
Echo Valley
A sector situated on the hillside above Kalk Bay within the Topside area of Cape Town. The valley hosts a range of bouldering problems and features views over the surrounding coastline. The upper plateau contains the Bonnydoon area, while the Cape Fear area sits within the valley itself.
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The Lookout
A small sector at the highest point of Echo Valley. Reach it by walking to the top of the valley, passing the Amphitheatre on the right, then following a single-track trail branching left.
The Summit
The Summit is a broad collection dominated by good overhanging problems, with many boulders shaded throughout the day and expansive views from the area. Allow roughly an hour for the approach at a moderate pace and carry ample water, as no nearby supply is available. A fire passed through in late 2023, but the source reports that the boulders remained intact and climbable.
Trappieskop
A compact bouldering area situated on the hillside above Kalk Bay, forming part of the Topside region near Cape Town.