Activities in Devils Peak

The Mowbray Ridge/Knifes Edge route up Devils Peak is popular but relatively unused. The route begins at the Kings Block House and climbs steeply up Mowbray Ridge before moving along the Knifes Edge and then around to the minor summit of Devils Peak.

Devils Peak is the poor brother of Table Mountain and is not climbed nearly as often. Only slightly less impressive in height, the climb up Devils Peak is enjoyable and challenging with wonderful views most of the way up. Because of the mountain’s lesser fame you are also more likely to have the path to yourself.

Rhodes Memorial is located in the pine forests at the foot of Devils Peak within the Table Mountain Park and is close to several hiking paths and picnic spots.
It was built in 1912 with granite extracted from Table Mountain in order to honor Cecil John Rhodes.

The Kings Block House is a historical site on Devils Peak. The Block
House (basically a fort) was built at this point in 1796 by the British
as a defensive and lookout position. Because of it's location the Block
House is able to see False Bay and signal to the Castle.

Woodstock Cave is a large but shallow cave (it's more of an overhand) half way up Devils Peak. The cave is formed by a long horizontal crack and is fairly large. The cave has very good views of the city, Lions Head, and Table Bay. It is also easily accessible which makes it a popular destination for hikers.