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Sudden storms can be treacherous in these mountains, normally going on hikes a guide is suggested.

Knowing the region, movement of clouds appearing out of the blue, a guide will warn hikers to move back down on long hikes.

Short day hikes, a register is signed on entry into Parks board land (SANParks), you sign out when you return, many hikers have been badly injured needing assistance to evacuate. Rangers in office keeps track on how many go into the mountains and come out. Ranger on horseback are patrolling the area, moving silently, keeping an eye out for safety. I wrote about them here White Knight Majestic Animal