Rugged Glen Campsite is located within Royal Natal National Park in South Africa, situated near the Thukela (Tugela) River in the dramatic Drakensberg mountain landscape.

The area is well known for its clear mountain streams, scenic vistas, and abundant wildlife, including Mountain Reedbuck and Grey Rhebuck commonly spotted in the surrounding terrain.

The site is home to stables that offer horseback riding excursions into the mountains, providing a distinctive way to experience the park's rugged scenery.

The broader park also offers trout fishing in the Mahai and Thukela rivers, as well as a range of hiking trails suited to varying experience levels.