05/10/2026
Whenever someone asks us what makes the Riverside Precinct so special, we like to point to the Riverside Reserve as just one example. And if you look at these photos from the Laeveld Enkelspore’s hike and picnic at the Reserve this past Saturday, you’ll see that they agree!
A few facts about the Riverside Reserve:
🌿 Entry is FREE.
📸 There’s even a Selfie Board at the entrance, so be sure to snap a photo!
📹 The Reserve is monitored by cameras, with panic buttons along the way.
🐕 Dogs are welcome, as long as they are on a leash.
🚻 There are toilets at the picnic area and the start.
🧺 There’s a lovely picnic area to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
🪑 There are benches at all the lookout points, perfect for taking a break and enjoying the views.
🐦 It’s a great spot for birding, and we even have a birding list. Email [email protected] if you’d like a copy.
🚶♀️🏃♂️🚴 You can walk, run or cycle the 5 km parkrun route, or explore the more scenic pathways towards the Nels River and waterfall.
And yes, it’s right here in Riverside, Mbombela, on Wildberry Avenue, the same road as Curro Mbombela.
So, what are you waiting for? Come explore one of Riverside’s hidden gems!