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South Africa
Western Cape
Cape Town
Lion's Head Cape Town
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
South Africa
Western Cape
Cape Town
Lion's Head Cape Town
Length
2.9 mi
Elev. Gain
1197.2 ft
Est. Steps
6500
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Lion's Head Cape Town Introduction
Lion's Head Cape Town is a 2.9 mile (6,500-step) route located near Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. This route has an elevation gain of about 1197.2 ft and is rated as hard. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.
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Lion's Head (Cape Town)
Mountain
Lion's Head (!Orakobab: Xammi Mũ!’ab) a mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, between Table Mountain and Signal Hill. Lion's Head peaks at 669 metres (2,195 ft) above sea level. The peak forms part of a dramatic backdrop to the city of Cape Town and is part of the Table Mountain National Park.
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2024/09/15
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2024/09/26
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2025/01/31
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2025/02/09
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2025/05/27
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2025/11/26
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2026/01/03
jcsailtecq
2026/02/07
Tougher than it looks, especially in the heat. But awesome and totally worth the experience. Take extra water.
Dani
2026/02/15
Last updated: Apr 1, 2026
Route Details
Length
2.9 mi
Elev. Gain
1197.2 ft
Est. Steps
6500
Created by
PacerPal
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