Golden Gate Highlands National Park Golden Gate Highlands in South Africa’s Free State is known for its stunning sandstone cliffs that glow in shades of gold and red at sunset. These formations, part of the Drakensberg foothills, date back over 200 million years, shaped by ancient desert sands and river deposits. The park’s unique cliffs and towering peaks offer spectacular views and are a hiker’s dream, with trails leading through dramatic landscapes. #GoldenGateHighlands #MountainFormation #SouthAfrica #Geology #SandstoneCliffs #MalutiMountains #Hiking