List of Bushwalks in Lincoln National Park

Starting from the Stamford Hill Day Visitor Area at the end of Stamford Hill Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to the summit of Stamford Hill and back via the Stamford Hill Hike. This short, moderately challenging bushwalk climbs through native scrub to the top of Stamford Hill, offering panoramic views of Lincoln National Park, Boston Bay, Port Lincoln and numerous offshore islands. Interpretive signs along the trail provide information about the area's natural history. Located at the summit of Stamford Hill is a monument to Matthew Flinders, erected in 1841. Stamford Beach has sheltered waters that are relatively safe for swimming. The walk begins from the Stamford Hill Day Visitor Area, which has toilets, a picnic area, shelters and ample parking space. This walk consists of wide walking trails, with compacted natural surfaces, short steep hills 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.

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Stamford Hill Hike

2.2 km return

30 min to 45 min

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Surfleet Cove to Spalding Cove

Surfleet Cove to Spalding Cove

2.5 km oneway

30 min to 1 h

Starting from the Surfleet Cove Campground at the end of Surfleet Cove Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to Spalding Cove. Lincoln National Park is a rugged peninsula that boasts some of the most scenic coastlines in South Australia, with granite headlands, sheltered bays, sandy beaches and offshore islands, featuring an extensive network of walking trails that pass through native scrub and woodland, across beaches and along clifftops where visitors may spot sea-eagles, dolphins or whales. The park encompasses the vast Sleaford-Wanna sand dune system and the beautiful Memory Cove Wilderness Protection Area, protecting important coastal vegetation of the Eyre Peninsula and providing habitat for rare fauna such as heath goannas, western whipbirds and the bush stone-curlew. This relatively short and easy walk is ideal for families, meandering through coastal mallee along the coastline between Surfleet Cove and Spalding Cove, offering spectacular coastal views along the way. Both Surfleet Cove and Spalding Cove have white sandy beaches with safe, sheltered waters that are ideal for swimming. The walk begins from the Surfleet Cove Campground, which is suitable for tents, caravans, camper vans and camper trailers and has toilets. This walk consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, suitable for most fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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September Beach to Carcase Rock

September Beach to Carcase Rock

4.6 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the September Beach Campground off Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to the Carcase Rock Campground. This moderately challenging bushwalk winds through diverse vegetation along the scenic granite coastline between September Beach and Carcase Rock, passing several beautiful, secluded beaches, with spectacular coastal views along the way. The walk is part of the Investigator Trail, a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. The walk begins from the September Beach Campground, which is suitable for tents, caravans, camper vans and camper trailers and has toilets and fire pits. September Beach, Yachties Beach, and Carcase Rock have sheltered waters that are relatively safe for swimming. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Fisherman Point to Cape Donington

Fisherman Point to Cape Donington

4.7 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the Fisherman Point Campground off Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to Cape Donington. Lincoln National Park is a rugged peninsula that boasts some of the most scenic coastlines in South Australia, with granite headlands, sheltered bays, sandy beaches and offshore islands, featuring an extensive network of walking trails that pass through native scrub and woodland, across beaches and along clifftops where visitors may spot sea-eagles, dolphins or whales. The park encompasses the vast Sleaford-Wanna sand dune system and the beautiful Memory Cove Wilderness Protection Area, protecting important coastal vegetation of the Eyre Peninsula and providing habitat for rare fauna such as heath goannas, western whipbirds and the bush stone-curlew. This moderately challenging walk winds through coastal heath and across sandy beaches along the coastline between Fisherman Point and Cape Donington, offering spectacular views of Surfleet Point, Port Lincoln, Boston Bay and Donington Island, which is home to Australian sea lions and long-nosed fur seals. Western grey kangaroos, emus and goannas can often be spotted near the Cape Donington Lighthouse, a 32 metres high hexagonal tower built in 1905. The trail also passes the historic Donington Cottage, built in 1899 and now used as holiday accommodation. Fisherman Point, Engine Point and Cape Donington all have white sandy beaches with safe, sheltered waters that are ideal for swimming. The walk begins from the Fisherman Point Campground, which is suitable for tents, caravans, camper vans and camper trailers and has toilets and fire pits. This walk consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces and sandy surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Carcase Rock to MacLaren Point

Carcase Rock to MacLaren Point

5 km oneway

1 h 15 min to 2 h

Starting from the Carcase Rock Campground off Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to MacLaren Point. Lincoln National Park is a rugged peninsula that boasts some of the most scenic coastlines in South Australia, with granite headlands, sheltered bays, sandy beaches and offshore islands, featuring an extensive network of walking trails that pass through native scrub and woodland, across beaches and along clifftops where visitors may spot sea-eagles, dolphins or whales. The park encompasses the vast Sleaford-Wanna sand dune system and the beautiful Memory Cove Wilderness Protection Area, protecting important coastal vegetation of the Eyre Peninsula and providing habitat for rare fauna such as heath goannas, western whipbirds and the bush stone-curlew. This moderately challenging walk winds through coastal mallee along the coastline between Carcase Rock and MacLaren Point, staying sheltered behind the foredunes and offering spectacular coastal views along the way. Both Carcase Rock and MacLaren Point have white sandy beaches with safe, sheltered waters that are ideal for swimming. The walk begins from the Carcase Rock Campground, which is accessible by 4WD only, suitable for tents and off-road camper trailers and has no facilities. This walk consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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 Stamford Hill Day Visitor Area at the end of Stamford Hill Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit past the summit of Stamford Hill via the Stamford Hill Loop Hike. This moderately challenging bushwalk initially climbs through native scrub to the top of Stamford Hill, offering spectacular panoramic views of Lincoln National Park, Boston Bay, Port Lincoln and numerous offshore islands, then descends towards Woodcutters Beach before passing the historic Woodcutters Ruins. Interpretive signs along the trail provide information about the area's natural history. Located at the summit of Stamford Hill is a monument to Matthew Flinders, erected in 1841. The walk begins from the Stamford Hill Day Visitor Area, which has toilets, a picnic area, shelters and ample parking space. Stamford Beach and Woodcutters Beach have sheltered waters that are relatively safe for swimming. This walk consists of wide and narrow walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, short steep hills and steps, suitable for moderate 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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Stamford Hill Loop Hike

5.6 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Stamford Hill Loop Hike

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Starting from the September Beach Campground off Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit around the Donington Peninsula via the Donington Loop Hike. Lincoln National Park is a rugged peninsula that boasts some of the most scenic coastlines in South Australia, with granite headlands, sheltered bays, sandy beaches and offshore islands, featuring an extensive network of walking trails that pass through native scrub and woodland, across beaches and along clifftops where visitors may spot sea-eagles, dolphins or whales. The park encompasses the vast Sleaford-Wanna sand dune system and the beautiful Memory Cove Wilderness Protection Area, protecting important coastal vegetation of the Eyre Peninsula and providing habitat for rare fauna such as heath goannas, western whipbirds and the bush stone-curlew. This moderately challenging walk explores the Donington Peninsula, offering spectacular views of September Beach, Port Lincoln and Donington Island, which is home to Australian sea lions and long-nosed fur seals. Western grey kangaroos, emus and goannas can often be spotted near the Cape Donington Lighthouse, a 32 metres high hexagonal tower built in 1905. The trail also passes the historic Donington Cottage, built in 1899 and now used as holiday accommodation. Both Donington Beach and September Beach have safe, sheltered waters that are ideal for swimming. The walk begins from the September Beach Campground, which is suitable for tents, caravans, camper vans and camper trailers and has toilets and fire pits. This loop consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, sandy surfaces 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.

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Donington Loop Hike

6.3 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

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Park Entrance to Pillie Lake

Park Entrance to Pillie Lake

7.8 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 3 h

Starting from the car park near the main park entrance on Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to Pillie Lake. This moderately challenging bushwalk initially winds through diverse vegetation and near low coastal limestone cliffs along the sheltered coastline of Proper Bay, with excellent views across Proper Bay to Port Lincoln, then heads through inland mallee woodland to Pillie Lake, a picturesque seasonal saline lake. The walk is part of the Investigator Trail, a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. The walk begins near the Wisemans Shack Campground, which is accessible by 4WD only, suitable for tents and off-road camper trailers and has no facilities. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, suitable for moderate fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Birdwatching

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Sleaford Mere to Park entrance

Sleaford Mere to Park entrance

8.8 km oneway

2 h to 3 h

Starting from the southern end of Sleaford Mere off Sleaford Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to the main park entrance. This moderately challenging bushwalk initially winds along the shoreline of Sleaford Mere, a picturesque permanent saline lake named by Matthew Flinders in 1802, then follows a trail through shrubland to the main park entrance. The lake provides feeding habitat for numerous waterbird species, including the chestnut teal, and fosters an environment that allows microscopic organisms to form stromatolites, which can be seen along the water's edge. The walk is part of the Investigator Trail, a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. This walk consists of wide, mostly flat walking trails and fire tracks, with compacted natural surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Birdwatching

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Natural

MacLaren Point to Taylor's Landing

MacLaren Point to Taylor's Landing

9.8 km oneway

2 h to 3 h

Starting from the MacLaren Point car park off Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to Taylor's Landing. Lincoln National Park is a rugged peninsula that boasts some of the most scenic coastline in South Australia, with granite headlands, sheltered bays, sandy beaches and offshore islands, featuring an extensive network of walking trails that pass through native scrub and woodland, across beaches and along clifftops where visitors may spot sea-eagles, dolphins or whales. The park encompasses the vast Sleaford-Wanna sand dune system and the beautiful Memory Cove Wilderness Protection Area, protecting important coastal vegetation of the Eyre Peninsula and providing habitat for rare fauna such as heath goannas, western whipbirds and the bush stone-curlew. This moderately challenging walk winds through coastal mallee and across sandy beaches along the coastline between MacLaren Point and Taylor's Landing, offering spectacular coastal views along the way. Both MacLaren Point and Taylor's Landing have white sandy beaches with safe, sheltered waters that are ideal for swimming. The walk begins near the MacLaren Point Campground, which is accessible by 4WD only, suitable for tents and off-road camper trailers and has no facilities. This walk consists of narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces and sandy surfaces, suitable for moderate fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Taylor's Landing to Pillie Lake

Taylor's Landing to Pillie Lake

11.2 km oneway

3 h to 4 h

Starting from Taylor's Landing Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to Pillie Lake. This moderately challenging bushwalk meanders through inland mallee woodland and open shrubland to Pillie Lake, a picturesque seasonal saline lake. The diverse vegetation provides a habitat for many native bird species, including the elusive western whipbird. The walk is part of the Investigator Trail, a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. The walk begins from the Taylor's Landing Campground, which is suitable for tents, caravans, camper vans and camper trailers and has toilets. Taylor's Landing has sheltered waters that are relatively safe for swimming. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, suitable for moderate fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Pillie Lake to Stamford Hill

Pillie Lake to Stamford Hill

11.5 km oneway

3 h to 4 h

Starting from the car park at the northern end of Pillie Lake on Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to the Stamford Hill Day Visitor Area. This moderately challenging bushwalk takes walkers through inland mallee woodland and near low coastal limestone cliffs to the Stamford Hill Day Visitor Area, with excellent views across Proper Bay to Port Lincoln. The walk is part of the Investigator Trail, a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. The walk passes the Woodcutters Beach Campground, which is accessible by 4WD only, suitable for tents and off-road camper trailers and has no facilities. Stamford Beach and Woodcutters Beach have sheltered waters that are relatively safe for swimming. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, suitable for moderate fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Wanna Dunes to Sleaford Mere

Wanna Dunes to Sleaford Mere

14.6 km oneway

4 h to 5 h

Starting from the intersection of Wanna Road and the Pillie Hut Powerline Track, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you to Sleaford Mere. This challenging bushwalk initially meanders through inland low mallee woodland, climbing to a vantage point with panoramic views over the park before reaching the Brian Clarke Hut, an excellent camp shelter for bushwalkers. From there, the walk continues over the massive, wind-sculpted sand dunes of the Sleaford-Wanna dune system, then follows the Sleaford Bay coastline towards Sleaford Mere, passing across pristine white sandy beaches and along rugged limestone cliffs, with breathtaking views of the exposed Southern Ocean. The walk is part of the Investigator Trail, a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. Sleaford Bay has exposed, hazardous waters with large waves and dangerous rips, and is popular for surfing but not safe for swimming. This walk consists of wide and narrow walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, sandy surfaces and short steep hills, suitable for moderate fitness levels, and can be done in either direction. 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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Birdwatching

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Natural

Starting from the car park near the main park entrance on Donington Road, Lincoln National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit around Lincoln National Park via the Investigator Trail. The Investigator Trail is a long-distance walking trail consisting of several shorter connected trails within Lincoln National Park. The trail is named after HMS Investigator, the ship commanded by Matthew Flinders while surveying the Eyre Peninsula coastline in 1802. The trail loops along each coastline and crosses through the centre of the park, taking in magnificent coastal scenery ranging from secluded beaches, sheltered bays and offshore islands to inland forests, vast sand dunes and picturesque saline lakes. Along with other trails in the park, the Investigator Trail is clearly defined and marked with checkpoints at strategic locations. The trail is made up of sections that can be walked individually or trekked as a whole, with several camping options along the northern and eastern coastlines. This loop consists of wide and narrow walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, sandy surfaces and short steep hills, suitable for high 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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Investigator Trail

89.9 km circuit

4 days to 6 days

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