Canyon Roadhouse Campsite

Canyon Roadhouse Campsite offers a stay in a vintage roadhouse theme, situated amidst quiver trees and desert blooms. The property displays weathered Chevys and Fords outside. Inside, the reception desk is a repurposed truck, and classic vehicles and transportation memorabilia are arranged throughout the lodge. Car cabs function as fireplaces during the winter months. Guests can refresh in the swimming pool. The property also features a curio shop, a functional on-site fuel station, and provides tyre repair services. Wi-Fi is available, and there is 24-hour security and secure parking. The lodge is accessible for persons with limited mobility.

Accommodation at Canyon Roadhouse includes a campsite located alongside a dry riverbed, shaded by indigenous thorn trees. Campers benefit from private pitches and barbecue (braai) facilities. Shared ablution blocks are available, providing hot water. Campsite guests have full access to the lodge’s swimming pool, restaurant, bar, and fuel station amenities. For indoor accommodation, there are also rooms overlooking central courtyards. These rooms are spacious, offering either twin beds, three single beds, or four single beds. All rooms include an en-suite bathroom, with some featuring a shower only. In-room amenities include air conditioning or heating, a safe, a veranda, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, an umbrella, and basic toiletries. Hot water bottles are provided in winter. Mobile connectivity is also available.

The Canyon Roadhouse features a restaurant and a bar. Guests can indulge in Roadhouse specialities such as Amarula Cheesecake. The restaurant serves cappuccino on a lovely terrace. For campsite guests, full access to the lodge’s restaurant and bar is provided. Meal service times and types are offered.

Canyon Roadhouse is located 20 km east of the Fish River Canyon on C37, within the Karas Region of Namibia, and is part of the Gondwana Canyon Park. The property is situated 14 kilometres (8.5 miles) north of Hobas, the official park entrance gate for the Fish River Canyon National Park. This location allows guests to reach the main canyon viewpoints in less than 15 minutes. From the hill overlooking the lodge, guests can view the flat-topped Holoog Mountain and the expanse of the Gondwana Canyon Park. The lodge offers guided excursions to Canyon Viewpoints, which are 17 kilometres away, and provides access to the rugged 4x4 //Garas Self-Drive route through Gondwana Canyon Park, where zebras and wildebeest graze on grassy plains. Guests can also enjoy sunrise views of Gondwana Canyon Park from specific spots, or hike into the surrounding hills.

Canyon Roadhouse Campsite suits travellers seeking a quirky and charming stopover with a vintage theme, particularly those exploring the Fish River Canyon area. It is suitable for individuals or groups travelling with their own camping equipment, as it provides private pitches and facilities alongside access to lodge amenities. The combination of camping and lodge facilities caters to those looking for a traditional camping experience with the convenience of a nearby restaurant, bar, and swimming pool. The property is accessible for persons with limited mobility. Its proximity to the Fish River Canyon and the various guided and self-guided activities makes it suitable for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those interested in geology and wildlife. Self-drive travellers will appreciate the on-site fuel station and tyre repair services, critical for navigating Namibia’s southern gravel roads. It also accommodates families, with a child policy allowing children up to 5 years old free of charge, and a reduced rate for those between 6 and 13 years.