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E2E 17 Wandillah – Newikie CK – Dares Hill Summit Rd

Sat 9 to Sun 10 May 2026

Registrations open 7:00am Tuesday 14 April, 2026

Details

Walk name/location
E2E 17 Wandillah – Newikie CK – Dares Hill Summit Rd
Walk grade
End-to-End 17
Description

Along this remote and very undulating section you’ll get your first introduction to the grazing land north of the infamous Goyder’s Line, which marks the point where, due to low rainfall, the land becomes unsuitable for cropping.

Note:  These walks are out of order and has the shorter distance on Sunday.  

Both days are remote, exposed to the elements and very undulating in sections.

 

Saturday 17th May: Newikie Creek - Dares Hill Summit Road  25.5 km

This section passes through Caroona Creek Conservation Park and Tourilie Gorge, which is one of the lesser-known gems of the Trail. Look out for the remnants of an old bullock track cut through the gorge.

Sunday 18th May: Wandillah Rd to Newikie Creek  22km

From Wandillah Rd, walkers will get their first introduction to the grazing lands beyond Goyders Line and pleasant views along the way.

NOTE - If you wish to walk on only one day, please contact the FOHT office (once bookings have opened) to register for that day’s walk. The on-line registration system will only allow you to register for both days.”

Walk Difficulty – The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines, irregular surface with loose uneven, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.

BIOSECURITY MEASURES – Please ensure you thoroughly clean your footwear, clothing, walking poles and other equipment before and after each walk to remove all seeds, dirt and other debris. Removed seeds should be bagged and disposed in a ‘to landfill’ garbage bin.

Start
Saturday 9 May 2026
End
Sunday 10 May 2026
Walk Leaders
Chris Young
Glenn Chambers
Heather Thompson
Paul Frost
Peter Nation
Tammy Main
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Mapsheet 4A, Burra to Caroona Creek Conservation Park

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Meeting Location

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Details
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Event Fees
Event fee
AUD $24.00
(under 18 years of age AUD $10.00)
Golden Boots cards
Accepted
Bus
AUD $50.00
Meal details

‘Details to come’

Walk Specifics (Saturday)
Start time
830am - commence walking
End time
4-430pm approx.
Walking from
Newikie Ck
Walking to
Dares Hill Summit Rd
Distance
25.5km
Risks (Saturday)
Hazards

Road walking & crossings, keep to right hand side or as directed by leaders. May need to walk through tall grass/crops. Sections of the trail can be rocky & slippery in parts where wet. Snakes, insects and other critters that could bite & sting.

Requirements

Wear appropriate hiking clothing, walking poles, hiking footwear, hat, sunscreen, rain jacket etc, as per the forecasted weather conditions.

Carry at least 2 litres of water, hand sanitiser, a personal first aid kit including:- band-aids, blister packs, analgesics, anti-inflammatories and electrolytes, your regular medications including an action plan, and anything else you think you might need.

Bring food and snacks for morning tea and lunch.

Experience

The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines, irregular surface with loose uneven, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.

Walk Specifics (Sunday)
Start time
8:30am - commence walking
End time
3:30-4pm approx.
Walking from
Wandillah Rd
Walking to
Newikie Ck
Distance
22km
Risks (Sunday)
Hazards

Road walking & crossings, keep to right hand side or as directed by leaders. May need to walk through tall grass/crops. Sections of the trail can be rocky and slippery where wet. Snakes, insects and other critters that could bite & sting.

Requirements

Wear appropriate hiking clothing, walking poles, hiking footwear, hat, sunscreen, rain jacket etc, as per the forecasted weather conditions.

Carry at least 2 litres of water, hand sanitiser, a personal first aid kit including: - band-aids, blister packs, analgesics, anti-inflammatories and electrolytes, your regular medications including an action plan, and anything else you think you might need.

Bring food and snacks for morning tea and lunch.

Experience

The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines, irregular surface with loose uneven, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.

Nearby Campsites and Accommodation Options

This list is generic and is derived from the Walk Selector for this walk section. Your walk leader may be suggesting a different or specific town or accommodation option to be based at.

In This Section

On or within 2 km of this Heysen Trail section.

  1. Hallett

  2. Old Mt Bryan East School

  3. Caroona Creek ‘walk-in’ site

  4. Black Jack Hut

  5. Wandallah Creek ‘Walk in’ Shelter

  6. Old Shed – Main Camp – Caroona Creek Conservation Park

  7. The Carriage on Alfred

Further Afield

Beyond this Heysen Trail section.

  1. Hallett Railway Station

  2. Burra

  3. Whistling Trig Tank