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Starting from the car park on Woodgate Hill Road, Kyeema, this walk takes you on a circuit around Kyeema Conservation Park via the Mulurus Hike. Located on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Kyeema Conservation Park covers over 347 hectares of dense native vegetation, with an overstorey of mainly messmate stringybark, with some pink gum and cup gum, towering over a thick and diverse understorey. The park provides habitat for animals such as southern brown bandicoots, swamp rats, echidnas and western grey kangaroos, and is a haven for birdwatchers, home to over 80 bird species, including White's thrush, beautiful firetail and the chestnut-rumped heathwren. The area was once mined for alluvial gold for several years, but was abandoned in 1890 due to low yield. A few years later, some of the land was cleared for pine plantations before being used as a labour prison reserve and a campground. Following the Ash Wednesday bushfires in 1983, the Friends of Kyeema Conservation Park started to revegetate cleared areas of the park. This short, relatively easy loop walk winds through cup gum woodland, providing walkers with the opportunity to spot some of the park's diverse birdlife along the way, as well as enjoy stunning displays of wildflowers in spring. This loop consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mulurus Hike

1.3 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

Birdwatching

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Starting from the Kai Kai Nature Trail car park off Mallee Drive, Murray River National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit along Katarapko Creek via the Kai Kai Nature Trail. This short and easy loop takes walkers along the banks of Katarapko Creek and through the surrounding floodplain in the Katarapko section of Murray River National Park, providing the opportunity to discover the native plants, animals and the history of the area. Kai Kai means 'plain' in the Ngarrindjeri language. The trail is well marked, with interpretive signs explaining the range of life found on the floodplain, how the plants and animals are affected by seasonal changes and how indigenous people lived in this environment. This loop consists of narrow, mostly flat walking trails with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces and is suitable for most fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Kai Kai Nature Trail

1.3 km circuit

15 min to 30 min

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Starting from the Gate 9 car park on Lower North East Road, Vista, this walk takes you on a circuit around Anstey Hill Recreation Park via the Geological Hike Track. This short and easy walk explores the quarries and trails near the geological feature known as 'The Gun Emplacement', a preserved remnant of ancient landscape materials in the southwestern corner of Anstey Hill Recreation Park. A short detour takes walkers past the former quarry operated by the Klopper family in the 19th century, used as a venue for the Festival of Arts in 1980 and 1988. Further along the track, there are good views over the Adelaide Plains and the city. The track is clear and easy to follow, with interpretive signage detailing the environment and local history. The Geological Hike is reserved for walkers only, bikes are not permitted. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Geological Hike

1.3 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

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Starting from the car park on Allendale Road, Barossa Goldfields, this walk takes you on a circuit around the Barossa Goldfields via the Victoria Hill Circuit. Para Wirra Conservation Park is home to the historic Barossa Goldfields mining area, where gold was first discovered in 1868, with several walking trails exploring the old gold mine sites. Victoria Hill Circuit is the shortest walk and explores the former mine workings of Victoria Hill, passing through pink gums, golden wattles and native pines. Interpretive signs along the way provide information about mine shafts, mine workings and the former town that was once here. The trail also passes the historic Bowden's Cottage, which has a collection of mining displays, as well as a picnic area, shelter and toilets. This loop consists of well-marked, gently undulating walking trails, suitable for most fitness levels. There are several open mine shafts in the area, but most are well-fenced. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Victoria Hill Circuit

1.4 km circuit

15 min to 30 min

Victoria Hill Circuit

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Starting from the car park off Mount Monster Road, Keith, this walk takes you on a circuit around the summit of Mount Monster via the Gwen Ellis Walking Trail. This short, moderately challenging loop takes walkers around the summit of Mount Monster, an unusual granite outcrop of considerable geologic significance, passing several vantage points that offer excellent views over the granite outcrops, natural bushland and surrounding flat farmland. The granite outcrops are surrounded by varied soil types that support diverse bushland vegetation, providing important habitat for a variety of wildlife, birds and reptiles. In spring, there are beautiful displays of colourful native wildflowers, including orchids. This walk doesn't climb to the summit itself but can easily be extended to include a side trip to the summit, which adds roughly another 150m to the walk. This loop consists of wide and narrow walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces and short steep hills, suitable for average fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Gwen Ellis Walking Trail

1.4 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Gwen Ellis Walking Trail

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Starting from the car park on Allendale Road, Barossa Goldfields, this circuit track gives you a tour of the northwestern parts of Para Wirra Conservation Park via the Victoria Hill Circuit Track, visiting Bowden Cottage along the way. This trail takes walkers through the remains of the once-thriving mining town of Victoria Hill, which was bustling in the late 1860s. The trail features interpretive signs that tell the story of the Barossa Goldfields, as well as old mine shafts and workings. Bowden Cottage is a must-visit, with its mining equipment display, the Barossa Goldfields Historical Society museum, and picnic shelters and toilets. Walking this well-maintained path in the counterclockwise direction is recommended. Dogs are allowed on lead. Walkers need to be careful and stick to the trail, as there are dangerous and deep mine shafts in the area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Victoria Hill Circuit

1.4 km circuit

20 min to 40 min

Victoria Hill Circuit

Heritage

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Waitpinga Campground to Beach

Waitpinga Campground to Beach

1.4 km return

20 min to 41 min

Starting from the Waitpinga Campground off Dennis Road, Waitpinga, this walk takes you to Waitpinga Beach and back via the Campground to Beach Hike. This short, moderately easy walk follows a section of the Heysen Trail to Waitpinga Beach, a picturesque unpatrolled beach in Newland Head Conservation Park. From the campground, the walk follows a partial boardwalk trail across the park's rolling sand dunes towards Waitpinga Beach, then follows a wooden walkway down to the sand, offering spectacular views of the Southern Ocean. The beach is popular for surfing and fishing but isn't suitable for swimming due to the high waves and strong rips. Walkers are asked to remain on the designated pathway to protect the sand dunes and native vegetation. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails with uneven natural surfaces, sandy surfaces and boardwalk sections, and is suitable for average fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the car park at the end of Bool Lagoon Access Road, Bool Lagoon, this walk explores Hacks Lagoon Conservation Park via the Gunawar Walk. Bool Lagoon and the adjoining Hacks Lagoon are among the largest and most diverse freshwater lagoon systems in Southern Australia, providing habitat for a wide range of wildlife and important drought refuge for many rare and endangered bird species. This short and easy walk follows a boardwalk to Hacks Island, then loops around the island past a range of wetland areas inhabited by a variety of birds, reptiles, frogs, water rats and aquatic insects. This loop consists of boardwalks and flat walking trails, suitable for prams, wheelchairs and all fitness levels. Toilets, barbecues and picnic facilities are located at the Bool Lagoon campground. The water levels in these seasonal wetlands vary, and during the summer months, the lagoons may be completely dry. Dogs are not permitted in this park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Gunawar Walk

1.5 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

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Starting from the car park at the end of Nimboya Road, Marino, this circuit track gives you a tour of Marino Conservation Park. The Marino Botanical Trail is a picturesque walk that winds through coastal heath, visiting Marino Rocks Lighthouse along the way. Walkers can enjoy stunning views of the Adelaide metropolitan area and the coastline, with panoramic vistas that extend all the way to Brighton and Holdfast Bay in the north and Port Stanvac in the south. Marino Rocks Lighthouse was built in 1962 to replace an earlier structure that was destroyed by a sailing ship. Dogs are welcome on a leash on this track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Kaurna people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Marino Botanical Trail

1.5 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Marino Botanical Trail

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Urban

Starting from the Gate 25 car park near the Chapel Hill Winery at the end of Chaffeys Road, McLaren Vale, this walk takes you on a circuit past the Chapel Hill Lookout via the Chapel Hill Lookout Trail. This short and easy loop meanders across the gentle slopes of the upper Onkaparinga Gorge, passing through grassy woodlands that are being restored by the Friends of Onkaparinga Park, with views of the surrounding vineyards. Plenty of kangaroos can be seen along the way, as well as some of the spectacular birdlife that resides around the gorge. The lookout offers extensive views into the river gorge below, with a seat for walkers to pause and enjoy the scenery. The walk begins from the Chapel Hill picnic ground, which has toilets, barbecues and a shelter. It is located near the Chapel Hill Winery. This loop consists of gently undulating fire tracks and walking trails, suitable for most fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Chapel Hill Lookout Loop

1.5 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Chapel Hill Lookout Loop

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Piccaninnie Ponds Outlet Walk

Piccaninnie Ponds Outlet Walk

1.5 km return

45 min to 1 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Piccaninnie Ponds Road, Wye, this walk takes you past the Piccaninnie Ponds Outlet and back via the Piccaninnie Ponds Outlet Walk. This relatively short and effortless journey takes you to the amazing Piccaninnie Ponds, which are internationally significant. The site is an outstanding example of karst and coastal fen wetlands, renowned for its deep, crystal-clear waters and underwater limestone caverns that attract many scuba divers. The walk initially follows a walking trail through coastal wattle and beard heath, offering views of the Southern Ocean and the Lower South East Marine Park along the way. After passing the pond outlet, the walk heads inland through silky tea trees and cutting grass, then follows a boardwalk to a viewing platform that offers excellent views of the main ponds wetland. The ponds have a rich biodiversity and are home to various species of native plants, such as bamboo reed and bulrush, as well as freshwater fish, eels and shrimp. This walk consists of wide, mostly flat walking trails with compacted natural surfaces and boardwalk sections. It is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the North Oval near the Gawler View Picnic Area off Para Wirra Drive, Para Wirra Conservation Park, this walk takes you on a circuit past Lizard Rock via the Lizard Rock Nature Walk. This short and easy loop winds through stands of sheoak and pink gum, exploring the rock formations along the ridge, with picturesque views across the valley of Wild Dog Creek. One of the main highlights is Lizard Rock, or Kadno, the Kaurna name for 'large lizard', which resembles a lizard's head. Another nearby rock formation is Chimney Rock, composed of the same granite as Lizard Rock, which weathers away slowly causing layers to peel off. This loop consists of narrow, gently sloping walking trails, suitable for most ages and fitness levels, with some uneven surfaces and minor creek crossings. The picnic area has gas barbecues, picnic tables, shelters and accessible toilets, as well as a nature play forest for children. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Lizard Rock Nature Walk

1.5 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Lizard Rock Nature Walk

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Starting near The Plant Accelerator at the end of Hartley Grove, Urrbrae, this walk leads to Harold's Lookout and back via the WCR Access and Wild Dog's Glen tracks. The Waite Conservation Reserve protects an important remnant of original grassy woodland along the hilly backdrop to Adelaide, and is home to hundreds of species of native plants as well as kangaroos, koalas and echidnas. This scenic hike to Harold's Lookout rewards walkers with fantastic city views. There is plenty of signage throughout, including informative boards detailing the areas history, vegetation and wildlife. There are also a few benches along the way that make for peaceful resting spots. The walk starts with a mostly flat gradient, followed by a steep and rocky climb to the lookout. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Harold's Lookout

1.5 km return

45 min to 1 h 30 min

Environment

Bus

Starting from the car park on Seagers Road, Macgillivray, this walk takes you to Bald Hill and back via the Bald Hill Walk. Located on the south coast of Kangaroo Island, Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park features vast areas of wilderness, spectacular coastal scenery and pristine beaches, as well as the island's largest lagoon, Murray Lagoon, which provides a wetland habitat for abundant birdlife. This walk follows a fire track to a viewing platform at Bald Hill, offering excellent views across Murray Lagoon and a tranquil spot for birdwatching. In the distance, the dense bush and impressive sand dunes of the Cape Gantheaume Wilderness Protection Area can be seen to the south. Camping is available nearby at the Murray Lagoon Campground, which has gas barbecues, picnic tables and toilet facilities. Sections of this track can become flooded in the winter months. Dogs are not permitted in this park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bald Hill Walk

1.6 km return

20 min to 30 min

Birdwatching

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