Waterberg

Waterberg is a geographic name applied to several places in southern Africa. The term comes from German and means water mountain. It is most widely associated with a sandstone plateau in Namibia and with a district in South Africa.

Waterberg Plateau in Namibia is a sandstone massif rising above central-northern Namibia, and it forms the Waterberg Plateau Park. The reserve preserves a mix of grassland and forests on steep slopes and sandstone cliffs. It supports diverse wildlife and birdlife and is a popular destination for hiking, game viewing, and nature study. The plateau has significance for regional conservation and tourism.

Waterberg District Municipality is in Limpopo Province, South Africa. It is named after the Waterberg Mountain Range, which forms its northern boundary. The district covers four local municipalities: Bela-Bela, Lephalale, Mogalakwena, and Thabazimbi. The economy is driven by mining, agriculture, and tourism, with private game reserves and nature areas that attract visitors seeking wildlife viewing in malaria-free environments.

Other places bearing the Waterberg name occur in Namibia, South Africa, and neighboring areas, reflecting its common toponymic origin.