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Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Modderfontein Reserve is one of Johannesburg’s most appealing urban escapes, offering a surprising stretch of grassland, wetlands, riverine vegetation and woodland amid the rapidly developing eastern suburbs. Covering roughly 275 hectares, the reserve is a haven for walkers, runners, cyclists, birdwatchers and families looking for a little fresh air without travelling far from the city. The landscape is particularly attractive in the early morning, when the light catches the dams and the calls of birds carry across the grasslands.

Walking and mountain biking are among the best ways to explore. A network of trails winds through the reserve, with routes ranging from relatively gentle walks to longer cycling outings. Birdwatchers are especially well catered for, with numerous species recorded here over the years, including African fish-eagles, long-crested eagles and a variety of waterbirds. The reserve's dams and wetlands are important habitats, while small mammals such as jackals, duiker, reedbuck, mongoose and otters can sometimes be spotted. Zebra, blesbok, springbok, red hartebeest and black wildebeest add to the wildlife experience, although sightings are naturally never guaranteed.

For a more leisurely visit, Fish Eagle Dam, also known as Dam 3, has a designated picnic area with lapas, braai facilities and ablutions. Catch-and-release fishing is available at designated areas, making this a pleasant option for anglers who prefer a quiet day beside the water. An environmental education centre, housed partly in one of the reserve's historic explosives magazines, provides another unusual connection between conservation and the area's industrial past.

That industrial history is one of the reserve's most fascinating features. Modderfontein grew around an explosives factory established in the 1890s to supply dynamite to the booming gold-mining industry on the Witwatersrand. The factory was officially opened by President Paul Kruger in 1896 and became one of the most important explosives manufacturing operations in the country. During the Anglo-Boer War, its activities expanded to include the manufacture of military munitions. The surrounding industrial history is preserved in several surviving buildings and heritage sites, while the Dynamite Company Museum in the nearby village provides a deeper look at the industry and the community that developed around it.

The reserve itself has its roots in conservation measures introduced during the 1980s, when land associated with the explosives industry became less necessary as a large industrial buffer zone. It was subsequently rehabilitated and eventually opened to the public in 2012. Today, the reserve demonstrates an unusual but successful relationship between a former industrial landscape and urban conservation, preserving both natural habitats and reminders of Modderfontein's past.

Visitors should allow at least two or three hours to appreciate the reserve properly, although keen hikers and cyclists can easily spend longer. The trails, birdlife, picnic facilities and wildlife make it suitable for both active outings and relaxed family visits. 

Contact details for the Modderfontein Reserve: 
Address: Arden Road, off Ardeer Road, Modderfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Telephone: 081 351 1223 or 010 007 0660
Email:   info@modderfonteinreserve.co.za
Website: https://modderfonteinreserve.co.za
Hours: The reserve is open daily from 06:00 to 18:00, and an entrance or conservation fee applies 
Please Note: Visitors should check current tariffs and access arrangements before setting out, particularly if planning a picnic, fishing trip or organised activity
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Accommodation Near Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Acacia House Executive Suite
Sleeps 3 in 1 unit
From R 750
Per person, per night sharing
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Acacia House Executive Suite

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Kelvin

 2.7 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Acacia House Executive Suite offers bed and breakfast and dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation in Kelvin, a tranquil suburb of Sandton, Johannesburg. An exclusive private suite, comprising accommodation for a single business professional or a couple.   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Rivonia Premier Lodge
Graded:
Sleeps 88 in 44 units
From R 712.8
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Rivonia Premier Lodge

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Rivonia

 5.8 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Rivonia Premier Lodge offers bed and breakfast and self catering and is strategically located in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, with easy access to major highways. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac with a large rambling garden. Guests can relax on the pool   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

The Syrene Boutique Hotel
Sleeps 36 in 18 units
From R 1400
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The Syrene Boutique Hotel

Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Rivonia

 6.2 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

The Syrene is a friendly, professionally run four star boutique hotel featuring the luxury of business class travel. As the name suggests our guests will experience a quiet, private and tranquil setting offering best in class accommodation...   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

President Lodge
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Sleeps 35 in 16 units
From R 640
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President Lodge

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Edenvale

 8.9 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

President Lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodation in Edenvale on the Johannesburg East Rand, Gauteng. President Lodge is a jewel of a guest house, within 10 minutes' drive from OR Tambo International Airport and close to major...   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Eccoo OR Tambo Airport Lodge
From R 375
Per person, per night sharing
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Eccoo OR Tambo Airport Lodge

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Kempton Park

 10.7 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Just minutes from the bustling terminals of O.R. Tambo International Airport, Eccoo OR Tambo Airport Lodge provides a comfortable and convenient retreat for travellers passing through Gauteng.   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

The Roosters Nest BnB
Guest Rating: 9
Sleeps 14 in 8 units
From R 580
Per person, per night sharing
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The Roosters Nest BnB

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Glenferness

 10.7 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Welcome to The Roosters Nest BnB, a family owned and -run guesthouse which is set in beautiful tranquil country surroundings, and boasts a beautiful lush garden with lots of old, big trees which offer a restful country feel.   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

House On Morninghill- SAVE 15% -
Guest Rating: 10
Sleeps 8 in 3 units
From R 845
Per unit, per night
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House On Morninghill

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bedfordview, East Rand

 11 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

House on Morninghill offers self catering flatlet accommodation in Bedfordview on the Johannesburg East Rand. Our elegant, well-designed en-suite rooms (4-sleeper, 2x 2-sleepers), are individually decorated with style and comfort in mind. We are situated   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Glenda's Guest Suites
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Sleeps 46 in 11 units
From R 850
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Glenda's Guest Suites

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Midrand

 11.1 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Set in the tranquility of the enclosed and secured equestrian estate, Beaulieu, Midrand. Upmarket, attractive accommodation at reasonable prices. Designed for the corporate and equestrian markets, but suitable also for private use, our comfortable...   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

House on York- SAVE 15% -
Guest Rating: 10
Graded:
Sleeps 22 in 7 units
From R 845
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House on York

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Johannesburg Area

 12.3 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

House on York offers both bed and breakfast and self catering accommodation in the leafy suburb of South Kensington in Johannesburg. Within walking distance of beautiful antique shops and quaint little coffee shops in famous Queen Street.   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Woodpecker's Inn
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Sleeps 20 in 10 units
From R 1100
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Woodpecker's Inn

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Kempton Park

 12.7 km from Modderfontein Reserve - Johannesburg, Gauteng

Woodpecker's Inn provides upmarket bed and breakfast accommodation in Kempton Park on the Johannesburg East Rand. Located in the quiet Kempton Park suburb of Glen Marais, just 15 minutes drive from the OR Tambo International Airport.   …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

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