Gauteng, Pretoria
Waterworks (Test)
5.0 (1)Family fishing on five stocked dams near Magaliesburg - day visits and overnight camping, braai and ablutions on site.
Yellowfish Tilapia / Kurper Carp+3 more
Kids Welcome Pet Friendly
Meerhof Oewer
North West, Hartebeespoort, Hartbeespoort Dam
Meerhof Oewer sits on the east bank of Hartbeespoort Dam near Hartebeespoort. Anglers use open grassy banks for day fishing and overnight camping beside the Magaliesberg foothills.
The fishing
Hartbeespoort Dam holds carp, kurper, barbel, and bass. Meerhof Oewer is known for specimen carp from 6 to 10 kg on open banks. Papgooi and specimen carp tactics both work here. Day visitors and overnight anglers share the same waterfront stands. Confirm fishing rules and stand allocation with the venue before you book.
You can catch
CarpBarbelBassTilapia / Kurper
Water & style
DamPapgooi (normal)Specimen Carp
Bank
Open bank
Staying at Meerhof Oewer
Meerhof Oewer lies at 34 Louis Botha Road in the Meerhof suburb beside Hartbeespoort Dam. Grass campsites and day spots run along the open bank with braai stands and picnic tables. Communal ablutions with hot water sit close to the fishing area. Cars park beside tents on allocated stands. The venue suits anglers who want a simple bank camp without chalets. Bring your own tent, caravan, or day-fishing gear. Some stands have lights along the left bank. The right bank is darker but often fishes better. Day visitors and overnight campers are welcome. Prices and rules: - First come, first served, no bookings - Day visit: R90 per person per day - Vehicle per day: R40 per vehicle - Overnight: R260 per car per night Last updated at: 21 October 2026.
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Stay
Day visits Overnight
Accommodation
Camping
Amenities
Ablutions Shower Braai Picnic tables Braai stands Grass campsites Kids welcome
Operating hours
Day visitors about 06:00 to 18:00. Confirm current hours with the venue before you book.
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