Mpumalanga, Carolina, Doornkop trout dams
Doornkop Resort is a private game and trout reserve near Carolina in Mpumalanga. Eight stocked trout dams and river sections sit below rolling highveld hills about three hours from Johannesburg.
Doornkop Fish and Wildlife Reserve has eight stocked trout dams for fly fishing. The Swartspruit river borders the property and holds yellowfish. A valid fishing permit covers all dams for seven days. Catch and release is encouraged on trout. Keeping trout carries a per-kilogram fee. Bailiffs patrol the dams and can sell permits on the water. A fly shop at reception stocks flies and hires rods. Confirm current rules and species with the venue.
Doornkop sits on Farm Doornkop 420JT in the Carolina district. Thatched stone chalets sleep families and groups. Units have kitchens, patios, and braai areas. A swimming pool, games room, hiking trails, and game viewing add to a bush break. The resort is cashless. Cards are accepted on site. Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out at 10:00. Chalets are serviced daily. Laundry and WiFi vouchers are available at reception. Braai wood and charcoal are sold at the on-site shop. The venue is about 10 km off the R36 on a gravel road. A sedan is usually fine. Confirm road conditions with the venue before you travel. A fly fishing permit is about R250 per angler for seven days. Rod hire is about R350 for a weekend or R550 for a full week. Chalet rates vary by unit and season on the booking engine. Confirm stay and fishing prices with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 6 September 2026.
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Check-in 16:00. Check-out 10:00. Confirm fishing and gate times with the venue.
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Uitkomst Trout Cottages
Uitkomst Trout Cottages is a trout farm 16 km from Machadodorp on the R541 toward Badplaas. Two self-catering cottages overlook private dams stocked with rainbow, brown and golden trout. Day anglers are welcome.
