Version 4.9 of the Heysen Trail gpx file and Interactive map dated 15/5/25 is now available. Read more

The Fire Danger Season has finished in the Mount Lofty district. The Heysen Trail is now open along it whole length.

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  • The Heysen
    Trail
    • About the Heysen Trail
      • Overview – Overview and list of and essential information about hiking the Heysen Trail.
      • FAQ – Answering common questions about the Heysen Trail.
      • The Wild South Coast Way – A five day, four night hike walking experience between Cape Jervis and Victor Harbor on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
      • News – News articles about the Heysen Trail and the Friends organisation.
      • Maintenance – The Heysen Trail is maintained through a coordinated effort between different groups and bodies.
      • History – The key story of how the Heysen Trail went from idea to trail.
      • Logbooks from Huts – View online archived copies of hut logbooks.
      • Beyond the Heysen Trail – The journey to the end of the Flinders Ranges.
    • Where to Walk
      • Walk Selector – Compare 61 trail sections to find an area to hike.
      • Short Walks – Half or full day loop walks on the trail.
      • Events on the Trail – There are numerous events organised by other groups or us to walk or run on the Heysen Trail.
    • Planning
      • Re-Routes – Check for current re-routes of the trail affecting your guidebook map edition.
      • Temporary Closures
      • Accommodation – Find huts, campsites, motels and B&Bs along the trail and in nearby towns.
      • Water Tank Levels – There are over 75 water tanks spread along the trail. You can check recent water tank level readings, particularly those in isolated sections.
      • Heysen Trail Distances – Table of distances between Trail locations such as huts, campsites and towns.
      • Transport – Find buses and private operators to get to and from the trail.
    • Planning
      • Fire Danger Season – Much of the Heysen Trail is closed during the summer Fire Danger Season.
      • Service Directory – List of supermarkets, internet access and medical services for continuous end-to-end hikers.
      • Safety Requirements – Tips for safety when hiking the trail.
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    • The Friends of the Heysen Trail
      • Overview – We maintain the Heysen Trail in partnership with the Government of SA and other bodies.
      • News – News articles about the Friends organisation and the Heysen Trail.
      • Walk Programme – Walk events along the Heysen Trail and in national parks and reserves elsewhere in SA.
      • Organisation Structure – People of the Friends of the Heysen Trail organisation.
      • The Friends’ Constitution
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      • Policy Document on Shared Use of Walking Trails – Our view on appropriate shared use of walking trails.
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    • Walks Calendar
      • Walk Programme – Walk events along the Heysen Trail and in national parks and reserves elsewhere in SA.
      • Walk Grades – Six grades of walk catering for people of different fitness levels.
      • End-to-End Walks – Hike the entire Heysen Trail over six years.
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      • FAQ – Answering common question about our walking programme.
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Jack Marcelis elected as Honorary Member

Jack Marcelis elected as Honorary MemberJack has been an active member of the Friends for well over 10 years working in the office in a very professional and business like way.

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Topics: Honorary Member, People of the Heysen Trail

David Beaton elected as Honorary Member

David Beaton elected as Honorary MemberDavid has contributed greatly to the activities of the Friends. After joining he quickly became a Walk Leader and a Council Member, a role he continues in to this time.

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Topics: Honorary Member, People of the Heysen Trail

Julian Monfries elected as Honorary Member

Julian Monfries elected as Honorary MemberIn many clubs and associations there are some who are just members, some who sit on committees, and others who are the life force of the group. Julian is certainly in the latter group.

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Simon Cameron – Honorary Member 2014

Simon Cameron – Honorary Member 2014In many ways exceeding the challenging requirements and expectations for the award, Simon’s accomplishments make him highly deserving of Honorary Membership.

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Topics: Honorary Member, People of the Heysen Trail
Club/Organisation: Friends of the Heysen Trail

Terry Lavender, O.A.

By Thelma Anderson

Terry Lavender, O.A.With a background of working in the outdoors Terry arrived in Australia and worked for the National Fitness Council in […]

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Club/Organisation: Friends of the Heysen Trail

Barry Finn, new Honorary Member

By John Wilson

Barry Finn, new Honorary MemberBarry Finn was elected as a new Honorary Member at the AGM on March 18th 2005. Barry served on the Friends Council for a number of years, and was Vice-President during the latter part of his term. He was also an active walker, and led a number of walks for the Friends.

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Doug Leane, Honorary Member

By Jo Chesser

Doug Leane, Honorary MemberProfile of new honorary member Doug Leane. A love of the bush, of being outdoors and of doing something for the community came together in his commitment to the Friends of the Heysen Trail.

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The Friends of the Heysen Trail
and Other Walking Trails Inc

Suite 203, 2nd Floor Epworth Building
33 Pirie Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000
Australia
Phone (08) 8212 6299
(intl +61 8 8212 6299)
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The Heysen Trail is developed and maintained as a partnership between the Government of South Australia (Department for Environment & Water - DEW) and the Friends of the Heysen Trail.

The Friends of Heysen Trail acknowledge and respect the Traditional Custodians of the ancestral lands we traverse along the Heysen Trail, embracing the Ngarrindjeri, Kaurna, Peramangk, Ngadjuri, Nukunu and Adnyamathanha peoples.

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