Bourke's Luck Potholes
Cylindrical rock basins carved by swift currents where the Blyde and Treur rivers meet, with layers of ochre-red and yellow cliffs; the starting point of the Blyde River Canyon.
Bourke's Luck Potholes lies at the southern end of the Blyde River Canyon, where the Blyde and Treur rivers meet. Swirling currents carrying pebbles have, over a very long time, ground deep round holes into the sandstone, and the cliff walls show red, yellow and white layers. The site is named after Tom Bourke, a 19th-century gold prospector who predicted there was gold here. The visitor centre has exhibits, and trails and several footbridges give views over the potholes. A visit takes about 1 hour. The site falls within the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve and requires an entrance ticket. It is open about 07:00–17:00.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Blyde River Canyon
- Berlin Falls
- Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
- Lisbon Falls
- God's Window
- Pilgrim's Rest
- The Pinnacle Rock
- Graskop