Midmar Dam

Afrikaans name: Midmardam

Midmar Dam near Howick

Photo © Steven Herbert

KwaZulu-Natal

Midmar Dam is situated a few kilometres away from the town of Howick in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands. It is only 24 km from Pietermaritzburg and a bit over 100 km from Durban. This makes it an ideal spot for a days outing or perhaps a weekend stay.

The dam has a shoreline of around 15 km in length. The dam is irregularly shaped which makes it an interesting place to drive around looking for a great picnic spot.

Accommodation in nearby Howick

Midmar Dam is a great spot to go fishing. Anglers fish for Bass, Carp, Scalies and Bluegill. The dam caters for all watersports with zones set aside for different types of craft.

The dam is free of bilharzia and swimming is allowed although swimmers should stay near the shoreline. The dam is famous for its Midmar Mile swimming event which is held each year.

Above - The dam is popular among the boating community

Photo © Steven Herbert

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References and further reading

Chris and Tilde Stuart's Guide to Southern African Game and Nature Reserves - Author: Chris and Tilde Stuart - Year Published: 1989 - Page: 120

Conolly's Guide to Southern Africa - Author: Denis Conolly - Year Published: 1982 - Page: 231

Places to Visit in Southern Africa - Author: AA RSA - Year Published: 1995 - Page: 132

Reader's Digest Illustrated Guide to the Game Parks and Nature Reserves of Southern Africa - 2nd edi - Author: Editor - Alan Duggan - Year Published: 1991 - Page: 138

Where to see Birds in KwaZulu-Natal - Author: Bennett and Herbert - Year Published: 1995 - Page: 31