Renosterkop Dam, also referred to as Rhenosterkop Dam, is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, at approximately 25°05′58.9″S, 28°53′25.1″E. The dam is situated within or adjacent to the Mkhombo Nature Reserve, roughly an hour's drive north of Pretoria. The surrounding landscape is rural, and the dam was formed by flooding a district road, which now serves as the boat launch ramp — a dirt surface that, as of recent visits, remains in functional condition with no significant difficulties reported for launching.

The launch area includes adequate parking space for vehicles and trailers, and there is a steel open-air shed on site, reportedly used for fishing competition functions and capable of providing shelter from rain. A long-drop toilet is present but has been described as in poor condition. A permit is required to fish, and a boat licence must be purchased at the gate; payment is accepted by card only, with no cash accepted. While these regulations pertain to fishing, paddlers should expect similar entry requirements.

The water contains considerable submerged structure, including tree stumps and aquatic vegetation, which creates varied surface conditions. Winds can produce short chop and whitecaps on the water, making conditions variable depending on the time of day and season.

Safety is a serious concern at Renosterkop Dam. There have been multiple documented incidents of armed robbery targeting visitors, including during daylight hours. Fishermen have been robbed at gunpoint, and there are reports of people being shot while camping overnight at the dam. The parking area and launch ramp have at times appeared disused, with significantly reduced visitor numbers attributed directly to these security risks. The game reserve that once surrounded the dam has also been severely impacted by poaching, with the boundary fencing cut and wildlife largely absent. Prospective visitors should weigh these risks carefully before planning a trip.

The dam holds largemouth bass, common carp, North African catfish, and kurper (cichlids), which may be of interest to paddlers who also fish. Nearby water bodies include Rust de Winter Dam in Limpopo and several smaller waters in Gauteng.