Northern Cape, Warrenton, Vaalharts Weir
Vaalharts Weir
Vaalharts Weir is a public storage weir on the Vaal River east of Warrenton. Anglers picnic and fish the calm basin for carp and barbel along the open banks.
Barbel Carp
Kids Welcome
Spitskop Dam
Northern Cape, Jan Kempdorp, Spitskop Dam
Spitskop Dam is a public irrigation reservoir on the Harts River near Jan Kempdorp in the Northern Cape. The open banks hold carp and barbel. Competitive bank anglers fish here during the annual Spitskop carp events.
The fishing
Spitskop Dam impounds the Harts River north of Kimberley. The basin covers about 2 509 ha when full. Carp and barbel are the main catches. Papgooi from open grass banks is the standard method. Rod pods and bait boats are common during competition weekends. The Department of Water and Sanitation owns the dam for irrigation supply. Confirm access points, permits, and rules with the water authority before you visit.
You can catch
BarbelCarp
Water & style
DamPapgooi (normal)
Bank
Open bank
Staying at Spitskop Dam
Spitskop Dam sits in dry Harts River bushveld near Jan Kempdorp in the Northern Cape. The wall and basin lie north of Kimberley on the road toward Hartswater. Grass banks ring much of the shore. Trees and reeds line some inlets. This is public dam water, not a private fishing resort. Anglers camp on open banks during events and informal trips. There is no formal lodge or day-ticket office at the wall. Bring your own tent, trailer, tackle, shade, and water. Day fishing permits and access fees are not published for casual anglers. Confirm access and the price with the water authority before you visit. Last updated at: 18 September 2026.
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Stay
Day visits Overnight
Accommodation
Camping
Amenities
Competition fishing Wild camping Kids welcome
Operating hours
Confirm access hours with the water authority before you visit.
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