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370 kmĀ²

Nearest city
  
Bloemhof

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Sandveld nature reserve


Sandveld Nature Reserve is a protected area in the Free State, South Africa.

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Fishing at Sandveld Nature Reserve

Directly on the banks of the Bloemhof Dam the Sandveld Nature Reserve boasts some of the best carp in South Africa. Many anglers are often found at this popular Dam reeling in fish after fish. For first time visitors, getting there and knowing what to expect can be tricky.

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For anglers seeking advise and recommendations on what to use whilst fishing at Sandveld it's best to visit www.bloemhofdamonline.co.za

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LocationEdit

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It is located on the Free State side of the Bloemhof Dam. Bloemhof Dam lies where the Vaal River and the Vet River meet on the border between the Free State and North West provinces.

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The complete area around the Dam has been proclaimed a Nature Reserve. Since it is on the border between two provinces, two separate Nature Reserves were established. On the Free State side is the Sandveld Nature Reserve, while the protected area on the North West side is called Bloemhof Dam Nature Reserve.

Flora and faunaEdit

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The Sandveld Nature Reserve is about 37,000 Ha in size. It is named after its sandy sandveld area, although part of its surface consists of thornveld savanna, with camelthorn trees.

Among the large mammals present in the reserve, the white rhino, giraffe, sable antelope, roan antelope, African buffalo, blue wildebeest and zebra deserve mention.

References

Sandveld Nature Reserve Wikipedia