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Starting from the Sundews Trails (Gate 11) car park on Piggott Range Road, Onkaparinga Hills, this walk takes you on a circuit past the Sundews Lookout via the Sundews Lookout Hike. This moderately short and easy loop meanders through native vegetation to the Sundews Lookout at the eastern end of Onkaparinga River National Park, offering spectacular views of the gorge. The trail winds its way through a low open forest of grey box and sheoak before descending to the lookout, which offers panoramic views of the rocky outcrops and the river flowing through the gorge below, then loops back to the car park. Different species of birds can be seen along the track in spring, as well as colourful displays of wildflowers. The loop can easily be extended by combining it with the adjacent Sundews Ridge Hike. This loop consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating fire tracks and walking trails, 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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Sundews Lookout Hike

2 km circuit

45 min to 1 h

Birdwatching

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Hallett Cove Glacial Circuit

Hallett Cove Glacial Circuit

2 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Starting from the Boatshed Café car park off Heron Way, Hallett Cove, this walk takes you on a circuit around Hallett Cove Conservation Park. Located in Adelaide's southern suburbs, Hallett Cove Conservation Park is a geological and archaeological site of international significance, containing evidence of an Australian ice age roughly 280 million years ago, as well as over 1,700 Aboriginal artefacts. The glacial pavement at the top of Black Cliff, as well as the meltwater sediments, are recognised as the best record of Permian Age glaciation in Australia. This hike explores the unique environment along this section of Adelaide's coastline, with interpretative signage detailing the area's cultural and geological heritage. The hike initially follows a wheelchair-accessible bitumen path to Black Cliff Lookout, then continues along a boardwalk before following a trail up into the cliffs, where walkers may spot the flowers of Christmas bushes and dryland tea trees. Towards the end, the hike winds around the geological formation known as the Sugarloaf, named for its resemblance to a mass of hard refined sugar. This loop consists of wide, gently undulating walking trails, with bitumen surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, boardwalks and steps, 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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Starting from the Punchbowl Lookout (Gate 9) car park on Piggott Range Road, Onkaparinga Hills, this walk takes you to the Punchbowl Lookout and back via the Punchbowl Lookout Trail. This short and easy walk meanders through native vegetation to the Punchbowl Lookout, which offers spectacular views into Onkaparinga Gorge. The trail climbs gradually through grey box woodland, passing several picnic benches before reaching an impressive viewing platform with panoramic views of the gorge, as well as Punchbowl Waterhole, a bowl-shaped rock pool at the bottom of the gorge. The trail is wide and has a compacted gravel surface with gentle gradients, making it suitable for people of all abilities, including those with limited mobility. Cycling is also permitted on this trail. Western grey kangaroos are often seen grazing in the area around dawn and dusk. This walk consists of wide, gently undulating shared-use trails with compacted gravel surfaces. It is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, as well as prams and wheelchairs. 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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Punchbowl Lookout Trail

2 km return

30 min to 45 min

Punchbowl Lookout Trail

Birdwatching

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Granite Island Kaiki Walk

Granite Island Kaiki Walk

2 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Starting from the end of the Granite Island Causeway, Granite Island Recreation Park, this walk takes you on a circuit around Granite Island via the Kaiki Walk. Granite Island is connected to the mainland at Victor Harbor by a newly built concrete causeway, serviced by a unique horse-drawn tram that began operating in 1894. The island is home to a colony of rare little penguins, and from May to October, pods of southern right whales can be spotted in the sheltered waters around the harbour. This family-friendly walk is a great way to discover the island, winding around its perimeter past several granite formations, with excellent coastal views and plenty of benches along the way. Interpretive signs along the trail provide an insight into the island's history, wildlife, geology and significance to the Ramindjeri Aboriginal people. This loop consists of gently sloping gravel trails, boardwalks and sealed paths, suitable for all ages and fitness levels. There is a long flight of steps in the island's eastern corner, which wheelchair users and parents with prams can avoid by taking the trail across the middle of the island. 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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Cafe

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Starting from the car park at the corner of Gill Terrace and the South Eastern Freeway (near the Old Tollgate), Glen Osmond, this circuit walk lets you see the Glen Osmond mine chimney, mostly via the Old Toll Gate Access Track and Mt Osmond Fire Track. The Toll Gate Circuit is a picturesque walking track at the city's southeastern corner, offering stunning views of the city itself and the ocean. The journey takes visitors beyond the Glen Osmond mine chimney and through Danthonia Reserve, where they can see the stone chimney, which was the flue for a smelter located north of the adit. Along the way, hikers can enjoy the lush greenery and may even spot a koala. The track is well-signed and has numbered checkpoints. It is also a part of the Burnside Walks network. However, visitors should be careful of cars while walking along Gill Terrace, as a big part of the road doesn't have a footpath next to it. 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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Toll Gate Circuit

2 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Environment

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Noarlunga Downs Wetland Trail

Noarlunga Downs Wetland Trail

2 km return

20 min to 45 min

Starting from the Gate 12 car park on River Road, Noarlunga Downs, this walk explores the Onkaparinga River Estuary via the Noarlunga Downs Wetland Trail. This trail showcases a significant environmental restoration project that involved planting thousands of native seedlings from locally-sourced species, transforming the area from a sludge lagoon into a thriving wetland sanctuary for native plants, animals and birds. The site consists of a series of interconnected ponds that treat stormwater before it enters the Onkaparinga River. Along the trail, walkers can learn about the significance of the estuary to its traditional owners via the interpretive signs that feature artwork by contemporary Aboriginal artist Paul Herzich. This walk consists of flat, compacted gravel paths and boardwalks, suitable for walkers and cyclists of all fitness levels, as well as prams and wheelchairs. The trail is accessible either from the main car park, which has picnic facilities, barbecues and toilets, or from the car park at the western end of the boardwalk, which shortens the walk. 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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Totness Recreation Park South

Totness Recreation Park South

2 km circuit

40 min to 1 h

Starting from Haines Firetrack, Paechtown, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the southern section of Totness Recreation Park. This is a beautiful walk through manna gum, blue gum and stringybark trees. The area is home to various bird species, such as Buff-rumped Thornbill, Grey Shrike-thrush, and the occasional Red-browed Finch, so keep your eyes peeled for them. This walk is more demanding compared to the northern section, although the challenge might be attractive to some. To access the start of the walk, you'll need to pass by a couple of "Fire Track – Authorised Vehicles Only" signs along the path, and it can get quite muddy after rainfall. Keep in mind that the track is not marked, so it's essential to be mindful of your surroundings. 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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Pets

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Dalhousie Springs circuit walk

Dalhousie Springs circuit walk

2.1 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Starting from the end of Dalhousie Springs Day Visitor's access Road, next to the Dalhousie Springs Campground in Witjira NP, this circuit walk leads around the Dalhousie Hot Springs Swimming Hole. These springs are actually a group of more than 60 artesian springs and are highly mineralised. They are a part of Aboriginal tradition and life and are connected to several Dreamtime stories and songs. So after you've done your walk, why not dip into the warm water which has about 40° C year round. 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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Swim

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Starting from the Inneston car park off Pondalowie Bay Road, Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit around the historic town of Inneston via the Inneston Historic Walk. Located within Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park, Inneston was once a thriving self-sufficient gypsum mining town, first settled in the late 1880s and abandoned in the 1930s after the Great Depression. The town was formerly home to around 200 people, with its own school, post office, bakery, general store and stables, but today is a ghost town, with the ruins standing proudly as a reminder of those previous times. This short and easy walk showcases the town's main highlights, including restored buildings and Inneston Lake, which was mined in summer when it was dry, with interpretive signage telling the story of Inneston's close-knit community and the gypsum mining operations. Visitors can stay overnight in one of the heritage cottages, which are self-contained miners' lodges that have been fully restored. This loop consists of flat walking trails and unsealed roads, suitable for all 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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Inneston Historic Walk

2.2 km circuit

30 min to 1 h

Inneston Historic Walk

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Starting from the car park off Mawson Lakes Boulevard, Mawson Lakes, this wheelchair-accessible, paved track pivots around the artificial lake. Explore the urban landscape of the district as you go on with your leisurely stroll. This journey is pet and family friendly, and there are heaps of cafes around. The track and surroundings are well-lit if you want to see how this place looks at night. One can spot exciting bird species if careful. Keep in mind that this is a popular spot, and it can get crowded at peak times. 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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Mawson Lakes

2.2 km circuit

30 min to 1 h

Cafe

Pets

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Urban

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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 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

Environment

Starting from the Mount Shaugh car park on Mount Shaugh Track, Ngarkat, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Shaugh and back via the Mount Shaugh Hike. This short, moderately challenging walk takes walkers to the summit of Mount Shaugh in the southeastern corner of Ngarkat Conservation Park, passing through the park's characteristic mallee health vegetation and offering excellent views over the surrounding area. Standing at 182 metres, Mount Shaugh is the highest point in the park and is located on an undulating sandy plain with large, irregular sand dunes. A variety of birds can be seen along the trail in spring, as well as colourful displays of wildflowers. Western grey kangaroos and emus are also commonly seen in the park. This walk consists of narrow walking trails with uneven 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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Mount Shaugh Hike

2.2 km return

30 min to 45 min

Birdwatching

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Devil’s Peak Walking Trail

Devil’s Peak Walking Trail

2.3 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Devil's Peak Road, Quorn, this walk leads to Devil's Peak via the Devil's Peak Walking Trail. Devil's Peak is just under 700m high and formed pound quartzite approximately 700 million years ago. When looking at the Peak from Quorn, it was said to look like the face of the Devil lying back looking towards the sky, hence the name. Along this walk, you can observe many great examples of geological faults, discover fossil impressions of ancient lifeforms, and see a variety of native fauna and flora. There's some scrambling as you near the top, so it is best suited for fit and experienced walkers. 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 entrance to Black Hill Conservation Park on Gorge Road, Athelstone, this walk takes you on a circuit around Black Hill Conservation Park via the Ambers Gully Hike. This short and moderately challenging hike explores the rugged hilly landscapes of Ambers Gully in Black Hill Conservation Park, offering excellent views along the way. The trail initially passes Ambers Ruin, the historic remains of a local shepherds cottage, before ascending steadily towards the frozen waterfall, a rare tufa rock formation with a small cave. The trail continues climbing above the waterfall, then follows the Ambers Gully Track up the rugged slopes and cliff faces of the Sugarloaves, offering panoramic views towards Adelaide and the Gulf of St. Vincent. This loop consists of narrow walking tracks, gravel trails and fire tracks, with some short steep hills and rocky surfaces. 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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Ambers Gully Hike

2.3 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Environment

Bus