Willunga Basin Trail - Moana to Onkaparinga NP
2023-06-11
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks and beaches.
Walk the trail over 6 walks or walk any of the individual sections.
WALK 3: Leaving the coast at Moana, we walk the rail wine trail to McLaren Vale, followed by road/reserve through the wine area and finishing with a walk through Onkaparinga River National Park. 21kms.
Bring sufficient water for the day, morning tea and lunch.
Please be aware of FOHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks. This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Kangarilla to McLaren Flat
2023-07-09
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks and beaches.
Walk the trail over 6 walks or walk any of the individual sections.
WALK 4: We start with a good climb from Kangarilla and then meander through Kuipto Forest. A gentle rise to Mt Wilson and descending to McLaren Flat. 21km walking.
Bring sufficient water for the day, morning tea and lunch.
Please be aware of FOHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks. This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Onkaparinga NP to Willunga
2023-08-13
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks and beaches.
Walk the trail over 6 walks or walk any of the individual sections.
WALK 5: Today the 21km walk leaves from Onkaparinga River National Park, winding its way through beautiful Hardy’s Scrub, then travels some road reserves with a swoop across the interesting Gemtree Winery wetlands before a few quiet back roads take us into Willunga.
Bring sufficient water for the day, morning tea and lunch.
Please be aware of FOHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks. This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Willunga to Sellicks Hill
2023-09-10
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks and beaches.
Walk the trail over 6 walks or walk any of the individual sections.
WALK 6: Commencing this 19km walk in Willunga we take a long slow climb along Delabole Road and Range Road toward Mt Terrible for some wonderful views across the wine region and basin. More beautiful ocean views on the descent and finishing at Sellicks Hill. We can celebrate with a drink at the Victory Hotel.
Bring sufficient water for the day, morning tea and lunch.
Please be aware of FOHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks. This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Sellicks Beach to Moana
2024-03-24
WALK 1: Sellicks Beach to Moana is approx 22km. This is a beautiful walk which involves a variety of cliff and beach walking and as well as a nice section through the Aldinga Scrub.
The whole Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks, hills and beaches. Walk the complete trail over 6 walks or come and join us for any of the individual sections.
Bring sufficient water for the day plus morning tea and lunch.
This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that to participate in the walk you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not. Please also be aware of FoHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Moana to Onkaparinga NP
2024-04-14
WALK 2: Leaving the coast at Moana, we walk the rail wine trail into McLaren Vale, followed by road/reserve through the wine area and finishing with a walk through Onkaparinga River National Park. 21kms
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks, hills and beaches. Walk the complete trail over 6 walks or come and join us for any of the individual sections.
Bring sufficient water for the day plus morning tea and lunch.
This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that to participate in the walk you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not. Please also be aware of FoHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Onkaparinga NP to Kangarilla
2024-05-26
WALK 3: This is a beautiful walk with a few steady climbs through the more remote parts of Onkaparinga River National Park and crossing over Peters Creek. We then meander our way to Kangarilla. 17kms
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks, hills and beaches. Walk the complete trail over 6 walks or come and join us for any of the individual sections.
Bring sufficient water for the day plus morning tea and lunch.
This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that to participate in the walk you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not. Please also be aware of FoHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Onkaparinga NP to Willunga
2024-07-28
WALK 5: This 21km walk leaves from Onkaparinga River National Park, winding it’s way through the beautiful Hardy’s Scrub. It then travels some road reserves with a swoop across the interesting Gemtree Winery wetlands beore a few quiet back roads take us into Willunga.
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks, hills and beaches. Walk the complete trail over 6 walks or come and join us for any of the individual sections.
Bring sufficient water for the day plus morning tea and lunch.
This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that to participate in the walk you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not. Please also be aware of FoHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Kangarilla to McLaren Flat
2024-08-25
WALK 4: Rescheduled From June – We start with a good climb from Kangarilla and then meander through Kuipto Forest. A gentle rise to Mt Wilson and descending to McLaren Flat. 21 kms
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks, hills and beaches. Walk the complete trail over 6 walks or come and join us for any of the individual sections.
Bring sufficient water for the day plus morning tea and lunch.
This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that to participate in the walk you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not. Please also be aware of FoHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks.
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.

Willunga Basin Trail - Willunga to Sellicks Hill
2024-09-15
WALK 6: Commencing this 19km walk in Willunga we take a long slow climb along Delabole Road and Range Road toward Mt Terrible for some wondertul views across the wine region and basin. More beautiful ocean views on the descent and finishing at Sellicks Hill. We celebrate with a drink at the Victory Hotel.
The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland, forests, vineyards, almond groves, parks, hills and beaches. Walk the complete trail over 6 walks or come and join us for any of the individual sections.
Bring sufficient water for the day plus morning tea and lunch.
This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note that to participate in the walk you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not. Please also be aware of FoHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks.
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.

WBT Section 7+ Section 8
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04
Saturday 3rd
Walking this section first as there’s a creek crossing involved. Hence trying to avoid too much water to negotiate. The trail drops straight into the Onkaparinga River National Park following a series of well worn trails and great scenery .Upon leaving the park walkers are rewarded with views of open farmland and big skies.After the water hazard we climb up onto quiet backroads with more vistas to complete the walk .A great walk to start our journey along the WBT.
SUN – 4th
Walking from Kangarilla we work our way past open farm country and skirt around the edges of Kuitpo Forest .
A reservation has been made at Carmel’s Bar and Grill, Main Road, Mclaren Vale for dinner at 6pm on Saturday 3rd May 2025. Please use the RSVP function to confirm your attendance.
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.

WBT Section 1+2 Section 3+4
2025-05-31 - 2025-06-01
Sat 31st May Sections 1+2
This walk starts with us walking the quiet streets of Historic Willunga .Some lovely old houses and gardens to be seen aswell as a giant magpie.After a short walk alongside the main rd to Victor we head off along backroads through grape growing country.Leaving the vineyards the trail gradually climbs up through varying terrain until we reach the ridgeline .Great views of the coastline are had on and off from here on as we walk more backroads before dropping down through some great countryside.Before you know it we will be back at the Victory Hotel where you can enjoy a Lemonade.
Sunday 1st June
After the rigours of yesterday this walk starts with a gentle stroll along the Esplanade with mansions on one side and Classic Coastal views on the other.Dropping down onto the beach we get our first taste of beach walking, before leaving the coastline and heading inland.Aldinga Scrub and Hart’s Rd Wetland gives the walker a chance to take shelter for a while from potential coastal gales before emerging on the coastline again.A mix of cliff top and beach walking sees us finish off the day at Maslins Beach. Remember to look back every now and then to see the stunning cliff colours along this last section. Although this beach is deemed an area for unclad people,your leaders would appreciate it if all clothes are left on .
A reservation has been made at the Silver Sands Beach Club for dinner at 6pm on Saturday 31st May 2025. Please RSVP if you will be attending.
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.

WBT Section 5 + Section 6
2025-06-28 - 2025-06-29
Sat 28th
Just as you thought that may be the end of the beach walking ? After a short walk through Frank Hilton Reserve we descend back onto the beach for a 3.6km sandy saunter.We get up close and personal with the Clarendon Fault as we stay close to the bottom of the cliffs for a while. At Moana we head inland passing wetlands hopefully with abundant birdlife.Joining the Coast to Vines Trail we pass under the Main South Rd & Victor Harbor Rd before finishing at McLaren Vale .
Sun 29th
Leaving McLaren Vale we follow back streets of the town before heading out through wine growing country.A series of backroads sees us cross Chapel Hill Rd into Onkaparinga National Pk .1.3kms from here we’ll arrive back at cars.
A reservation has been made at the McLaren Vale Hotel for 6pm on Saturday 28th June 2025. Please RSVP to confirm your attendance.
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.

WBT Section10+11 Section 9
2025-07-26 - 2025-07-27
SAT 26th Sections 11&10
Starting with a pleasant saunter through the Onka NP we then venture out onto many backroads and unmade road reserves. We have the opportunity to do a 2km loop through Manning Fauna & Flora Reserve as we travel along this section. Further along we also have the opportunity to climb Sandalwood Lookout, a 1.5km return walk with views across the surrounding countryside. Leaving section 11 and moving onto section 10 we start heading for Willunga. A number of undulations are encountered on this section as we descend in and out of creek lines. Back roads and road reserves sees us finish the day in Willunga where the main street welcomes the weary walker.
Sun 27th Section 9
Starting the day back up in the high country walkers are rewarded with distant views of where we’ve been in the previous months. A long section of back road walking{8kms} is covered before we enter Adams Gully Scrub, which is also part of the Kidman trail. The trail then enters a number of private properties to finish off this section. One of these sections has a very steep section to navigate where care should must be taken.
A reservation has been made for dinner at the Old Bush Inn, 51-53 High Street, Willunga at 6pm on Saturday 26th July 2025. Please RSVP your attendance.
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 debri s. Removed seeds should be bagged and disposed in a ‘to landfill’ garbage bin.
