Near the Northgate Dome in the north of Johannesburg, is a pristine 55ha park with rolling walks around a dam and indigenous bushveld. This picturesque park is a delightful surprise and a secret treasure about which many Johannesburgers are unaware.
The park is completely fenced with a guard at the gate. There is apparently an entrance fee, but not always - but be prepared and take some money in case. Always a good idea to take some time out and go 'parking' off - especially if you're into trees and gardens. Take a field identification guidebook and spend some leisurely time exploring this natural area with its original grasses and trees. There is a footpath to a dam with resident water fowl. At the koppie an ancient iron smelting area reminds us that Johannesburg is enveloped by history. There are many other caches in the vicinity and a good walk around this park gives you ample opportunity to get fresh air and exercise. A little 'waterfall' and stream from a small feeder dam leads down from the west to the main dam. If you come across a small falling-apart footbridge over the stream coming from either Telkom Eish or View of a Golden dam, you're on the right track. Envy the view these waterside properties have. Don't forget some breadcrumbs or duck-duck food for the spoonbill and waterfowl
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