Friends of Linksfield Ridge

27/07/2026

Joburg’s ridges are its defining feature and the Linksfield Ridge is one of our most magnificent. Take a winter walk with us along the iconic Linksfield Ridge through the Harvey Nature Reserve, with spectacular 360 degree views across Kensington and Orange Grove.

The winter landscape opens up the ridge, which features a wealth of bird and plant life, quirky historical stories, a geological heritage that goes back 3 billion years, and some of the best selfie opportunities in Joburg! You’ll also get the latest updates on our efforts to reclaim the ridge and make it more accessible to the people of Joburg.

Please note: this is a strenuous hike with several steep inclines and declines. It is only recommended for those who are moderately fit with full mobility. The total walking distance is about 5 kms.

Please bring hats, sunscreen, lots of water, snacks, and good hiking shoes or boots. As much as we love them, please don’t bring your dogs as this is a nature reserve.

Details:
Meet at 1:30pm to start at 2pm
Bookings: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/385310-heritage-hike-linksfield-ridge-and-harvey-nature-reserve/ or [email protected] / 060 813 3239

13/01/2026

Johannesburg Heritage Foundation is offering a Linksfield Ridge hike this Sunday! Booking through Quicket.

29/07/2024

Joburg’s ridges are its defining geological feature and the Linksfield Ridge is one of the most magnificent. This popular heritage hike takes us along the iconic Linksfield Ridge through the Harvey Nature Reserve, offering spectacular views across Kensington and Orange Grove.

Led by David Fleminger, it’s a memorable walk that features a wealth of bird and plant life, quirky historical stories, a geological heritage that goes back 3 billion years, and some of the best selfie opportunities in Joburg! You’ll also get the latest updates on our efforts to reclaim the ridge, in partnership with Johannesburg City Parks.

Please note: this is a strenuous hike with several steep inclines and declines. It is only recommended for those who are moderately fit. The total walking distance is about 5 kms. Please bring hats, sunscreen, lots of water, snacks, and good hiking shoes or boots. As much as we love them, please don’t bring your dogs as this is a nature reserve.

JHF Members: R165 / Non-members: R275
Quicket link:https://qkt.io/wDGIJ5
Bookings via JHF offices: [email protected] / 060 813 3239

07/01/2024

Joburg’s ridges are its defining geological feature and the Linksfield Ridge is one of the most magnificent. This popular heritage hike takes us along the iconic Linksfield Ridge through the Harvey Nature Reserve, offering spectacular views across Kensington and Orange Grove.

Led by David Fleminger, it’s a memorable walk that features a wealth of bird and plant life, quirky historical stories, a geological heritage that goes back 3 billion years, and some of the best selfie opportunities in Joburg! You’ll also get the latest updates on our efforts to reclaim the ridge, in partnership with Johannesburg City Parks.

Please note: this is a strenuous hike with several steep inclines and declines. It is only recommended for those who are moderately fit. The total walking distance is about 5 kms. Please bring hats, sunscreen, lots of water, snacks, and good hiking shoes or boots. As much as we love them, please don’t bring your dogs as this is a nature reserve.

JHF Members: R165 / Non-members: R275

Quicket link: https://qkt.io/SGOwkN
Bookings via JHF offices: [email protected]

18/03/2023

Joburg’s ridges are its defining feature and the Linksfield Ridge is one of the most magnificent. This heritage hike takes us along the iconic Linksfield Ridge through the Harvey Nature Reserve, with spectacular views across Kensington and Orange Grove.

It’s a memorable walk that features a wealth of bird and plant life, quirky historical stories, a geological heritage that goes back 3 billion years, and some of the best selfie opportunities in Joburg! You’ll also get the latest updates on our efforts to reclaim the ridge, in partnership with Johannesburg City Parks.

Please note: this is a strenuous hike with several steep inclines and declines. It is only recommended for those who are moderately fit. The total walking distance is about 5 kms.

Please bring hats, sunscreen, lots of water, snacks, and good hiking shoes or boots. As much as we love them, please don’t bring your dogs as this is a nature reserve.



Quicket link: https://qkt.io/4QNZ0i
Bookings via JHF offices: [email protected] / 060 813 3239

10/08/2022

Great article about the ridge from the Rosebank and Killarney Gazette. Thank you! JoburgParks The Johannesburg Heritage Foundation

A formal declaration of the Linksfield Ridge as a protected natural area is currently being considered.

23/07/2022

It was a big group but everyone really enjoyed a Saturday afternoon hike along the ridge, organised by the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation - thanks for joining us. We'll do it again soon!

09/07/2022

Join us for a guided walk along Linksfield Ridge, in collaboration with the The Johannesburg Heritage Foundation. See details below. Book soon - numbers are limited!

Online bookings through Quicket: https://qkt.io/EGCnBZ

Enjoy panoramic views from Sandton to the hills of the south, beautiful scenery, and interesting neighbourhood history on our Linksfield Ridge hike on Saturday the 23rd of July.

Book here:

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/181223-heritage-hike-linksfield-ridge-and-the-harvey-nature-reserve/?ref=event-page #/