Renowned for its spectacular dolomite rock formations, many springs, Karee and Wild Olive trees, Campbell has a multifaceted history and has been home to San, Korana and, later, Griqua settlers drawn by the springs.
Activities
Aloe Nature Reserve
A kloof on the edge of the Ghaap Plateau, now the Aloe Nature Reserve, is mentioned in accounts by early travellers including Burchell and Andrew Smith.
Anglo-Boer War
Visit Fabersput Battlefield, the monument to Kasie Briedenham and grave of Oupa Swartbooi (British spy). Tel 053 298 2364.
Bartlett’s Church
Completed in 1831 and proclaimed a national monument in 1960, it is one of the oldest churches north of the Orange River. Reverends Robert Moffat and David Livingstone both preached from its pulpit.
Griqua Rebellion
Place of the battle between the Settlers and the Griquas in 1878.
Holy Ark Wood
Trees and succulents.
Khoisan Cliff
Shelter
School Building
Built in 1880, now used as community offices.
Tuff Waterfall
Falls and fountain.
Wagon Tracts
Made by pioneer and itinerant traders.
Wildspan Eco-Historical Tours
Tel 053 298 2364.