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Most people are well aware of the poor state of (most) roads in the Pilanesberg National Park. The exception is some of the gravel roads that appear to have been graded recently. A very popular attraction, the Mankwe Hide has been closed for some time now due to structural problems and there no signs (plans?) that it will be repaired any time soon. Further deterioration in the Park's facilities are very noticeable and of greater concern as it will impact tourism if not addressed as a matter of urgency. Other than at the gates and the Pilanesberg Centre, the toilet facilities are in a disgustingly shocking state. Flushing mechanisms do not work and there is no indication whatsoever that the toilets have been cleaned. As a consequence, the toilets are overflowing and coated with hardened faeces. Not exactly an adverti*****t for our country or something that visitors (tourists) should be subjected to! Although not generally a visitor attraction, the Iron Age Site is vital part of the area and South Africa's history. Sadly, it is "closed" to visitors. Closed because of a chain on the gate but "open" because of the broken-down fence. Access to the actual iron age ruins is limited due to the path being overgrown with tall grass and thorn bushes. Views of the ruins are very limited for the same reason The site is in dire need of being cleared/maintained. Time for the Northwest Province's Department of Environment, Conservation and Tourism to be fired!!