Journey into Our Past

Journey into Our Past

Step Back in Time with the Clarens Heritage Association If you’ve ever strolled through Clarens and felt a sense of history in the air, you’re not alone. A group of passionate locals, just like you, felt the same pull. That’s why the Clarens Heritage Association...
Ancient Ecosystems

Ancient Ecosystems

Scientists have found evidence of an ancient ecosystem in the Free State, which survived during a period of severe environmental pressure. This ecosystem persisted despite the imminent threat of a mass extinction event. The three animal species that left these traces...
Clarens Formation

Clarens Formation

Sandstone is a clastic sedimentary rock composed mainly of sand-sized (0.0625 to 2 mm) silicategrains. Sandstones comprise about 20–25% of all sedimentary rocks. Most sandstone is composed of quartz or feldspar (both silicates) because they are the most resistant...
About this rock

About this rock

Rumour has it that early settlers used to camp in this spot. Markings on the sandstone post is impossible to decipher at this point. Any information regarding this site will be much...
Weather in Clarens

Weather in Clarens

Summer (November to February) in Clarens offers mild temperatures and the chance to enjoy activities throughout the day without becoming too hot. Occasional thunderstorms may occur, but overall, the climate is comfortable. The evenings are slightly cooler, requiring a...
By the Mushroom rock

By the Mushroom rock

THEN – 1900’S Seen here the Harrismith and Vrede troops relaxing at the foot of Mushroom rock, after a period of inactivity until mid-July, who received orders to proceed to Naauwpoort, a mountain pass located in the lofty Rooiberge mountains near Clarens....