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Map of bushwalks in Kangaroo Island Council
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List of bushwalks in Kangaroo Island Council
Found 8 walks
Bald Hill Walk
1.6 km return
20 min to 30 min
Bald Hill Walk
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1.6 km
Return
Walk
20 min to 30 min
Run
10 min to 15 min
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.
Highlights
Birdwatching
Views
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Car
Sandy Creek Hike
2.5 km return
45 min to 1 h
Sandy Creek Hike
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2.5 km
Return
Walk
45 min to 1 h
Starting from the car park off West Bay Road, Flinders Chase National Park, this walk takes you along Sandy Creek to Sandy Beach and back via the Sandy Creek Hike. Located in Flinders Chase National Park, on the western end of Kangaroo Island, this walk follows the banks of Sandy Creek across the creek bed and dunes, ending at a picturesque and secluded white sand beach bordered by steep rocky headlands, where the creek flows into the Southern Ocean. The beach is suitable for swimming, but caution is advised due to heavy seas, rogue waves and rips. In wetter months, a creek crossing is required to access the beach. This walk consists of sandy, gently undulating walking trails, with some uneven 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.
Highlights
Swim
Views
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Ferry
Cape du Couedic
2.6 km circuit
30 min to 1 h
Cape du Couedic
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2.6 km
Circuit
Walk
30 min to 1 h
Starting from the upper car park near the Cape du Couedic Lighthouse on Cape du Couedic Road, Flinders Chase National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit around the headland of Cape du Couedic via the Cape du Couedic Hike. Located on the southwest tip of Kangaroo Island, Cape du Couedic was named in 1803 by French explorer Nicolas Baudin in honour of Charles Louis du Couëdic. The Cape du Couedic Lighthouse was built from local stones between 1906 and 1909 after the treacherous waters surrounding the cape had caused multiple shipwrecks. This hike winds through coastal vegetation around the headland of Cape du Couedic, passing the lighthouse and a series of viewing platforms overlooking the ocean, with interpretive signs detailing the park's vegetation and Aboriginal, European and maritime history. An optional return side trip takes walkers down to Admirals Arch, where viewing platforms provide the opportunity to see long-nosed fur seals basking in the sun on the rocks. Accommodation is available at the cottages around the lighthouse, which nowadays functions as a museum. This loop consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, rocky sections and steps, 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.
Highlights
Birdwatching
Caves
Heritage
Views
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Ferry
Ironstone Hill Hike
4.1 km return
1 h to 1 h 30 min
Ironstone Hill Hike
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4.1 km
Return
Walk
1 h to 1 h 30 min
Run
30 min to 45 min
Starting from the car park on Binneys Track, Penneshaw, this walk explores Baudin Conservation Park via the Ironstone Hill Hike. Located on the eastern end of Kangaroo Island, within Baudin Conservation Park, the Ironstone Hill Hike follows a section of the historic bullock track to Cape Willoughby, originally used by the pioneering Bates family. Interpretive signs along the track explore the life of Harry Bates and his early farming endeavours, revealing some of the area's farming heritage. The track climbs through sheoak woodlands to Ironstone Hill, where the ruins of the Bates' cottage, a stone threshing floor and old farm machinery remain. From the Bates' cottage, there are stunning views across Backstairs Passage to the Fleurieu Peninsula. You can spot dolphins and southern right whales in the waters below from several vantage points along the track. Tammar wallabies, wedge-tailed eagles and rare glossy black cockatoos may also be seen in the 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.
Highlights
Birdwatching
Views
Environment
Natural
Rural
Transport options
To start
Ferry
Billygoat Falls
4.1 km return
1 h to 1 h 30 min
Billygoat Falls
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4.1 km
Return
Walk
1 h to 1 h 30 min
Starting from the Gate 2 car park on Colmans Road, Western River, this walk takes you to Billy Goat Waterfall and back via the Billygoat Falls Track. Located on the north coast of Kangaroo Island, Western River Wilderness Protection Area is a rugged protected area with steep slopes, deep gullies and high coastal cliffs, featuring a scenic waterfall on Waterfall Creek known as Billy Goat Waterfall. The area contains a wide variety of vegetation communities, including open forest, woodland and scrub, and provides a nesting and feeding habitat for the endangered glossy black cockatoo. This hike follows a quiet and secluded fire track through sheoak trees, gently descending the valley to Billy Goat Waterfall, where Waterfall Creek cascades into a deep ravine. After crossing the creek on stepping stones, the walk follows a short walking trail that ends at a lookout, offering excellent views of the waterfall, which only flows during winter or after rainfall. This walk consists of gently undulating fire tracks and walking trails, with some creek crossings and uneven 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.
Highlights
Birdwatching
Pets
Views
Waterfall
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Ferry
Snake Lagoon Hike
4.4 km return
1 h 30 min to 2 h
Snake Lagoon Hike
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4.4 km
Return
Walk
1 h 30 min to 2 h
Starting from the Snake Lagoon Campsite at the end of Snake Lagoon Road, Flinders Chase National Park, this walk takes you to the Rocky River Mouth and back via the Snake Lagoon Hike. Located on the western end of Kangaroo Island, this popular trail winds through sugar gums and mallee before descending into the Rocky River valley and following a boardwalk across the river, passing several unique rock formations. The trail continues to the river mouth where it meets the ocean, providing spectacular views through the valley and across the Southern Ocean, ending at a beautiful white sand beach with caves and large rocks. Along the way, the trail passes a lagoon with a small waterfall, which is a great spot to relax and enjoy the scenery. This hike consists of narrow walking trails with some gentle hills, rocky terrain and uneven natural surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels. The beach isn't suitable for swimming as it's secluded, unpatrolled and has strong waves and rip currents. Flinders Chase National Park is regenerating naturally after the 2019-2020 bushfires. 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.
Highlights
Caves
Views
Waterfall
Environment
Natural
Ravine Hike
7 km return
2 h to 3 h
Ravine Hike
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7 km
Return
Walk
2 h to 3 h
Run
1 h to 1 h 30 min
Starting from the car park at the end of Ravine Road, Flinders Chase National Park, this walk takes you through Ravine des Casoars and back via the Ravine Hike. Located on the western end of Kangaroo Island, Ravine des Casoars (Valley of the Cassowaries) is a steep-sided ravine valley that meets the sea via a 120-metre-wide gap in the continuous cliff line, with a beautiful beach separating the two headlands. The ravine was named in 1803 by French explorer Nicolas Baudin, who mistakenly identified the island's now extinct dwarf emus for cassowaries. It contains Aboriginal sites dating back approximately 7,500 years. This scenic and challenging hike follows the narrow ravine valley to the coast, providing spectacular views of the sea and rocky headlands. The trail meanders through sugar gum woodlands high above the valley floor, passing along the creek bank before emerging at the beach, where there are limestone caves to explore. This hike consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with some creek crossings and uneven natural surfaces, suitable for moderate fitness levels. Swimming isn't advised as the beach is usually exposed to large waves, as well as strong rip currents, even in low wave conditions. 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.
Highlights
Caves
Heritage
Views
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Ferry
Curley Creek Hike
9.5 km return
2 h to 3 h
Curley Creek Hike
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9.5 km
Return
Walk
2 h to 3 h
Run
1 h to 1 h 30 min
Starting from the car park on Seagers Road, Macgillivray, this walk takes you to Curly Creek and back via the Curley Creek Hike. 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 hike follows a fire track along the edge of Murray Lagoon to Curly Creek, offering walkers the chance to discover a wide range of bird species and vegetation communities. The track passes a viewing platform at Bald Hill, offering excellent views across Murray Lagoon and a tranquil spot for birdwatching. Camping is available nearby at the Murray Lagoon Campground, which has toilet facilities, picnic tables and a gas barbecue. 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.
Highlights
Views
Environment
Natural
Transport options
To start
Car
Found 8 walks