Hoedspruit, an Afrikaans word meaning Hat Creek, is a small but growing tourism and agricultural centre. Hoedspruit is located in Maruleng Municipality in the central Lowveld, near to the Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon. It falls within the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere, an area of great natural beauty and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hoedspruit is surrounded by rich farmlands, primarily mango and citrus production. It is also surrounded by private game reserves and the area attracts tourists from around the world, making eco-tourism a significant contributor to the local economy.