Bank angling at Middelburg Dam | Middelburg Dam Caravan Park - Mpumalanga - Middelburg - Middelburg Dam

Middelburg Dam Caravan Park

Mpumalanga, Middelburg, Middelburg Dam

Middelburg Dam Caravan Park sits on the Klein Olifants River dam near Middelburg in Mpumalanga. It is a municipal recreation area with informal camping, ablutions, and open-bank fishing for bass, carp, and barbel.

The fishing

Middelburg Dam holds largemouth and smallmouth bass, carp, barbel, and yellowfish. Bank angling works from the grassy shoreline around the caravan park. Boats can launch from gravel banks in the camping area. There are no formal boat ramps. Papgooi and lure fishing both produce fish here. Confirm current fishing rules and any permit fees with the venue before you visit.

You can catch
BarbelBassCarp
Water & style
DamPapgooi (normal)
Bank
Open bank

Staying at Middelburg Dam Caravan Park

The caravan park is managed by Steve Tshwete Local Municipality on Middelburg Dam. It is an informal first-come-first-served site with ablution blocks and a limited number of electrical points. Contractors, motorbikes, and pipe cars are not allowed. Maximum stay is two weeks. Campers and caravanners share open grass stands near the water. You can also fish from the bank without staying overnight. Entrance and camping fees apply at the gate. Current tariff sheets were not published online during research. Tracks4Africa last listed about R60 per caravan per day plus vehicle and boat entry fees, with rates reviewed each July. Confirm the current price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 14 September 2026.

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Stay

Day visits Overnight

Accommodation

Camping

Amenities

Ablutions Braai Limited power points Gravel boat launch Kids welcome

Operating hours

Confirm gate and office hours with the venue before you visit.

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