The reserve covers an area of 263ha along the rocky stretch of coastline with numerous inlets and coves. This area was declared a nature reserve in December 1973. The vegetation of typical West Coast veld ranges from the well-known West Coast fynbos to Succulent Karoo; this is a Sandveld Biome. Flowers start coming out in June already and start dwindling by September/October (rain dependent).  This reserve boasts the last manually controlled lighthouse to be built in South Africa. It is usually the first South African lighthouse to be seen by ships coming from Europe. The lighthouse was built in 1936 on Castle Rock. The light stands at a height of 80m above sea level and casts a beam, which is visible for about 50km.

The significant white boulders of Pink Granite, where great hump-shaped rocks crouch around little rocky bays, make this unspoiled gem one of the most beautiful beaches on the West Coast. The vast beach, washed by a fresh Atlantic Ocean can satisfy the enthusiastic kayaker in a safe paddling environment.

The campsite at Tietiesbaai offers ablution facilities with cold showers.

Our facilities are for The Beach Camp™ residents ONLY.  Therefore, other campers in the reserve do not have access to our premises.

Apart from dolphins and whales along the coastline, together with an abundance of mussels, this area is very famous for the West Coast Rock Lobster (Jasus lalandii). The peaceful surroundings that typify this place of “Red Gold” also offer beautiful hiking trails and unforgettable sunsets that slowly vanish in brilliant colours.

To Camp in the Reserve, not at The Beach Camp™