Have your say: Help shape the future of Miller’s Point

Residents, visitors and stakeholders are being invited to share their views on the long-term vision for Miller’s Point, the popular coastal resort along False Bay near Murdoch Valley.

The area, which includes a tidal pool, beach, resort, and boat launch site, is also of great ecological and historical significance.

The City’s Coastal Management Branch is developing a long-term vision for Miller’s Point that will outline improvements to revitalise and conserve the site over time.

The process begins with an online survey where the public can share their experiences and ideas for the area. The survey is available on the City’s website at Coastal Water Quality and will close on Sunday, November 30.

Miller’s Point is a 300-metre-wide strip of land forming a transition zone between the Table Mountain National Park, a declared UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Table Mountain Marine Protected Area.

Mayoral committee member for spatial planning and environment Eddie Andrews described the site as “exceptional” and highlighted its ecological, cultural, environmental, and historical significance.

“It has a public launch site for fishing boats and is a key entry point to the ‘Great African Kelp Forest’,” said Mr Andrews.

“Apart from the very popular tidal pool, Miller’s Point has significant archaeological value because of shell middens and whaling station relics, offering insight into our indigenous history and how different groups interacted with each other and the environment over millennia. Not to speak of the magnificent mountain and sea views.”

Despite its value, Miller’s Point faces challenges due to deteriorating infrastructure, including outdated amenities, eroded pathways, inadequate visitor facilities, and buildings in poor condition.

The City aims to address these issues as part of ongoing maintenance to extend the life of the assets. Andrews emphasised that there are currently no immediate safety concerns for users.

When asked about the upgrades being considered, Mr Andrews said specific upgrades and any changes to access or fees will be determined during the ongoing planning and consultation process.

He reassured residents that “regardless of what the rehabilitation and revitalisation entails, the City will ensure that this extraordinary coastal asset remains accessible to all Capetonians.

“This is just the beginning,” Mr Andrews added.

“We want residents and visitors to help us understand how they use Miller’s Point and what improvements they would like to see. Your input will shape the future of this extraordinary coastal asset.”

Once the survey closes, the City will use the feedback to develop the long-term vision in consultation with local communities and stakeholders.

The planning process is expected to take approximately 18 months, including further investigations and scoping, with draft concept plans or proposals to follow after this phase.