Hennops River
| Hennops River | |
| River | |
| Country | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Province | Gauteng |
| Part of | Crocodile River (Limpopo) |
| Tributaries | |
| - right | Rietvlei River |
| Source | |
| - location | Southeast of Pretoria |
| Mouth | Crocodile River |
| - elevation | 1,212 m (3,976 ft) |
| - coordinates | 25°50′37″S 27°55′56″E / 25.84361°S 27.93222°ECoordinates: 25°50′37″S 27°55′56″E / 25.84361°S 27.93222°E |
  Location of the Hennops River mouth
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A Zonkey at the Hennops 4x4 trail, Gauteng, South Africa
The Hennops River is a small river in Gauteng Province, South Africa that passes through Centurion. It is part of the Crocodile River basin.[1]
The Rietvlei River is a right hand tributary of the Hennops River, which again is a tributary of the Crocodile River (Limpopo).
Tourist attractions
The valley of the river is a weekend and holiday destination for residents of the nearby cities. The banks of the Hennops are a popular location for hiking,[2] fishing, camping,[3] and picnicking. It is crossed by two small suspension bridges, one at Centurion Mall, and the other at Hennops Pride . There are also resorts and a 4x4 trail.[4]
See also
References
External links
- Natural and anthropogenic influences on water quality: an example from rivers draining the Johannesburg Granite Dome
- Tourist Attractions near Hennops River, Gauteng, South Africa
- Hennops Off-road Trail - Drive Out