Greenhill Summit Circuit

This circuit walk in Greenhill Recreation Park, starting from Thorpe Road, offers a beautiful and pet-friendly opportunity to enjoy the natural surroundings and stunning views of the quarry and city. The track consists mostly of a narrow path made of dirt and rocks, with foliage on both sides, making it necessary to walk in single-file. The walk is recommended clockwise, with the first part being quite steep, but the fantastic views are worth the incline for many. It can be very slippery when wet. 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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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	From the Thorpe Road (-34.9406123,138.6734784)
Mode	Bus Car
Directions	From Portrush Road, A17, Tusmore. Turn on to Greenhill Road, B26 then drive for 1.6 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Greenhill Road, B26 and drive for another 1.1 km Turn left onto Slapes Gully Road and drive for another 30 m Turn right onto Thorpe Road and drive for another 225 m Turn right and drive for another 1 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the end of Thorpe Road, head towards the metal gate with a little white sign on it. Head around/over the gate and follow the paved path veering right. About 20 metres later, turn left at the 3-way intersection to continue along Greenhill Summit Circuit (clockwise).....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Thorpe Road Start (a vehicle track). After 30 m climb over the stile. At the intersection of Greenhill Summit Track & Hydrant Track turn left, to head along Greenhill Summit Track. Then head down the very steep (20% ~ 11.3°) earthen incline (about 680 m long) From the Greenhill Summit Track continue straight, to head along Greenhill Summit Track. After another 460 m (from the Greenhill Summit Track) continue straight, to head along Greenhill Summit Track.
	After another 45 m (at the intersection of Greenhill DH & Greenhill Summit Track) turn sharp right, to head along Greenhill DH (a walking track). After another 15 m pass the summit (20 m on your left).
	After another 150 m (from the Greenhill DH) continue straight, to head along Greenhill DH.
	After another 490 m (from the Greenhill DH) turn left, to head along Greenhill DH. After another 80 m (from the Greenhill DH) continue straight, to head along Greenhill DH.
	After another 255 m (at the intersection of Hydrant Track & Greenhill DH) veer right, to head along Hydrant Track (a vehicle track).
	After another 170 m (at the intersection of Greenhill Summit Track & Hydrant Track) veer left. Continue another 20 m to find from the Thorpe Road at the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Greenhill Summit Circuit

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	1.9 km
Time	45 min to 1 h

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Boonah Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed
  
  Wednesday 15 January
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, becoming less likely later tonight. The chance of a thunderstorm, possibly severe inland. Winds north to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the late evening.
  
  Thursday 16 January
  
  21°C → 35°C
  Shower or two. Possible storm.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers in the morning and afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm, possibly severe with damaging winds and large hail in the south. Possible heavy falls with thunderstorms about the southern border ranges. Winds north to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h increasing to 35 km/h before shifting south to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h in the late afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to the low 20s with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 30s.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 7:50am to 4:00pm, UV Index predicted to reach 12 [Extreme]
  
  Friday 17 January
  
  18°C → 28°C
  Shower or two.
  60% chance of rain
  0 → 6mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely from the late morning. The chance of a thunderstorm. Light winds. Overnight temperatures falling to between 17 and 20 with daytime temperatures reaching around 30.
  
  Saturday 18 January
  
  19°C → 28°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 7mm
  
  Partly cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm. Light winds becoming south to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 17 and 20 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
  
  Sunday 19 January
  
  19°C → 29°C
  Possible shower.
  40% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm along the coastal fringe. Winds southerly 15 to 20 km/h tending southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h during the morning then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 18 and 21 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
  
  Monday 20 January
  
  16°C → 31°C
  Mostly sunny.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny.
  
  Tuesday 21 January
  
  17°C → 32°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Wednesday 22 January
  
  20°C → 36°C
  Possible shower.
  40% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Possible shower.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- South Australia NPWS
  When planning and before starting your trip please check South Australia NPWS closure website for anything that may impact on your plans.

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