Appleton Scout Camp

Small campsite in magnificent location on top of Signal Hill overlooking Cape Town and the Atlantic coast.

A small camp ground, a bunk house with 20 beds, kitchen with stove and fridge, ablutions and electricity. No swimming or equipment hire.

Transport: MyCiti Bus to Kloof Nek and then a 2.5km walk along Signal Hill Road

Address:
Signal Hill Rd, Signal Hill, Cape Town, 8001

Contact Details:
Western Cape Headquarters
067 694 3688
[email protected]

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Additional Information

Appleton probably has the most beautiful location of any urban Scout campsite in the world. To the east is a stunning view over Cape Town and Table Bay, with Sea Point and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the site is overlooked by Table Mountain and Lions Head.

Facilities included are:

  • Camping grounds
  • Bunkhouse (comprises of two dormitories, kitchenette, braai area)
  • Lecture Hall
  • Scouters Den (2 sleeper room)
  • Ablution facilities

Booking Procedure

Please view the calendar below to determine when you would like to book your activity. Once done, please take the following steps:

  1. Download the relevant booking form
  2. Complete in full
  3. Submit to WC HQ via [email protected]
  4. Await confirmation of booking
  5. Make final payment

Booking Form for Scouts SA Members

Booking Form for Non-Members

Please note there is a SANPARKS boom that is locked between 22:00 and 05:00 which severely limits entry/exit during those times. Please factor this into your planning. 

Booking Calendar

The following facilities are available: Camping, Bunkroom, Lecture Room, and Scouter’s Den