The SPitskop Nature Reserve is situated 13km north of Upington and measures 5 641 hectares from which nearly 3 000 hectares are open to visitors.
The reserve derives its name from the prominent steep rocky hill close to the entrance. It is host to a number of large mammals; Eland, Oryx, Wildebeest, Springbok, Blesbok, Zebra, Camel and Steenbok.
There are also an array of smaller mammals like Suricate, Squirrel, and reptiles found includes Tortoise, Puff Adder and Cape Cobra. The most often seen birds are Ostrich, Goshawk, Fiscal Shrike and Sandgrouse.
There are 37km of good gravel roads which lead the visitor through the reserve. Three walking trails, all of different distances. On top of Spitskop Hill is a telescope for game viewing. A number of lapas and braai areas in the reserve for use by visitors are provided.
