KwaZulu-Natal, Winterton, Bell Park Dam
Cayley Mountain Resort sits above Bell Park Dam in the Central Drakensberg near Winterton. Self-catering chalets and villas overlook Cathkin Peak, with bass, carp and yellowfish in the dam below.
Bell Park Dam lies below the resort and holds bass, carp and smallmouth yellowfish. Guests fish from designated bank spots on the dam. Fishing rod hire is available on site. Cayley Cruiser boats can be hired for fishing from the water. Lure fishing and fly fishing both work here. Water activities depend on dam levels. Confirm fishing rules and boat hire with the venue.
Cayley Mountain Resort is a family resort in Cathkin Park above Bell Park Dam. Accommodation ranges from hotel-style rooms to self-catering chalets and villas with splash pools or hot tubs. Units have DSTV, WiFi and braai areas. The resort has a restaurant, coffee shop, convenience store, day spa, swimming pool and kids activities. Bell Park Dam is the centre of water fun. Cayley Beach Club has a sandy shore, pedal boats, kayaks and dam cruises. Leap Adventures runs quad biking and archery on site. Hiking trails start from the resort. A facilities access pass covers tennis, putt-putt and hiking trails. Direct online bookings include the pass free. Rooms and villas start from about R2 450 per night for two guests. Rates change with season, unit type and length of stay. A refundable R1 000 breakage deposit applies on check-in. Quiet hours start at 22:00. Confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 26 August 2026.
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Resort reception 07:30 to 17:00 daily. Reservations office 08:00 to 16:30 Monday to Friday.
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