Friends of the Heysen Trail

Black Hill Conservation Park
2013-12-18
A circular walk around the lower slopes of Black Hill Conservation Park, if the weather is warm an alternate route will be taken.

Wild Dog Glen
2013-12-11
A walk into the hills above the Waite Institute.

Steep and challenging in parts.

Magnificent views over the city.

River Torrens Linear Park / Campbelltown
2013-12-05
A loop walk along the River Torrens Linear Park including highlights of the model ‘green village’ at Lochiel Park.

Barbeque in park on return or dinner at Va Bene Cafe nearby.

Semaphore Largs Bay Beach Walk
2013-11-27
Walk the beach from Semaphore to Fort Largs, check out the fort and the Snakepit and then amble back along the boardwalk to Semaphore for dinner at the Semaphore Pub, the only pub I ever had a key for!!

Adelaide Uncovered
2013-11-20
A meandering walk through Adelaide’s West End exploring laneways and visual art.

End of Year Bash, BBQ + Band
2013-11-17
Come and see your President boogie to the tune of the foot-tapping Bogaduck Band at the beautiful Paxton Winery in McLaren Vale.

Sunday 17 November, 12-5pm

$20 per person

Befores, bbq and artisan bread provided. Wine for purchase by the bottle or glass, cash only, no BYO. Bring beer or soft drink, bring Salad or Dessert to share, chair or rug, plates & cutlery.

Paxton Winery

Lot 100 Wheaton Road, McLaren Vale

Marino Coastal Walk
2013-11-13
Coastal cliffs walk from Marino to Hallett Cove Conservation Park and return.

There are board walks along the erosion prone cliffs and formed paths beside the gullies.

It is also an opportunity to explore interesting geological features and the sites vital to Tjilbruke legend.

At the end of the walk you can join us for fish and chips at Marino Rocks Cafe.

Inman Valley to James Track
2013-11-10
A very undulating walk starting with a testing climb up Sugarloaf Hill and on to Moon Hill. The trail then leads into Myponga CP where we will be rewarded with good views and a few more steep ups and downs. The second half of the day sees us walking along pretty rural backroads towards Myponga. There is a 2km walk to the cars after leaving the trail on Yulte Road.

Walk Planning and Volunteers BBQ
2013-11-07
This is the night that the Council puts on a thank you BBQ for all the volunteers that make the FOHT run so well.

Before the BBQ walk leaders meet to plan the next walking season.

Planning meeting at 6pm followed by the BBQ at 7pm.

Chambers Gully
2013-11-06
This loop will take us through some lovely natural bushland close to Adelaide. Although there is a steady climb it is not steep and gives great views of Adelaide. The area has many Koalas and kangaroos. Optional Indian meal at end of walk

Second Creek to source
2013-11-03
A walk with everything. Street ramble, parks, historic sites, bush trails, and off trail hills.

Starting on the Torrens I plan to follow the line of Second Creek, through St Peters, Stepney, Norwood, Marryatville, and Burnside, before climbing into the foothills, and the wilds of Slapes gully.

Will park vehicles at the end of the walk and bus to the start.

Locks Ruin to Bowman Park to Mt Zion
2013-11-02 - 2013-11-03
SATURDAY

An easy walk, predominantly along roads and road reserves, this section takes us through the town of Crystal Brook, then follows the Crystal Brook itself to historic Bowman Park.

SUNDAY

Begining as a pleasant walk along the Crystal Brook, past the southern most hills of the Flinders Ranges, the Trail gradually climbs to the top of the range to reveal views over Port Pirie and Spencer Gulf.

Torrens Linear Park - Western end
2013-10-30
This walk is along the River Torrens linear path.

Optional dinner at the Lockleys Hotel after the walk.

Crafers
2013-10-27
A walk mostly on roads.

Using parts of the George Driscoll Sea to Summit Trail and the Yurrebilla Trail we decend from Crafers into Brownhill Creek via Belair National Park … and than climb all the way out again via a more direct route

Maslins to Willunga
2013-10-27
An easy walk along the cliffs with sea and country views. May see the occasional seal or perhaps dolphins and if still around maybe a whale.

80% flat with a few gully’s and inclines.

Opportunity for coffee at Star of Greece, Willunga if not too busy

It is a linear walk approx. 10 ks

Montacute Heights to Cudlee Ck
2013-10-27
After an initial road walk, the trail makes a very long and steep descent to Sixth Creek before climbing again through Montacute Conservation Park and Mt Crawford Forest Reserve. A pleasant walk past the pretty private gardens along Holland Creek Road completes the section.

Locks Ruin to E Smith Rd to Curnow's Hut
2013-10-26 - 2013-10-27
Theme: “Cops and Robbers”. Budget cell accommodation is available for everyone at Gladstone Gaol: $15/person/night or $20/person/night with linen provided.

Sat.26th: From Lock’s Ruin we head east thru farmland to cross the Rocky River and then some lumpy stuff to Hiskey’s Hut where we will have a “nature stop” to water young trees planted by the Greening Committee. Then its road walking on through Georgetown and along Lehmann’s Rd. to the cars.

Sun.27th: Today we head North! We quickly climb to the ridge which takes us up and down and thru more farmland and across to Bundaleer Forest. We take a re-route away from the burnt areas of the forest and along Springs Rd. to Curnow’s Hut.

NOTE: The walks may be altered/shortened due to weather conditions.

West Park Lands
2013-10-23
Exploring the sculpture trail along the Western Parklands and into Bonython Park.

Dinner at Adelaide Pho

Deep Creek Conservation Park
2013-10-20
This walk will cover some of the best areas of deep Creek Conservation Park. It will be challenging in places, you will pass thru thick native scrub, past a waterfall to a cove and spectacular coastal scenery. There should be plenty of native animals and wildflower’s in this remote area.

You will need to get a day pass to the park, at the self registration point as you near Trig camp ground.

Scott Creek
2013-10-20
Follow fire trails and tracks through the Scott’s Creek Conservation Park. Catch the last of the spring orchids and some lovely views across the valley.

Kapunda to Hamilton to Peters Hill
2013-10-19 - 2013-10-20
SATURDAY: From Kapunda we head northwest along backroads and tracks to Black Joes Road, then mainly north along fence lines and tracks to the old telephone exchange at the crossroads. The walk is over undulating mainly open country of the lower North Mount Lofty Ranges.

SUNDAY: A pleasant walk along back roads and road reserves of open scrubland. After the short walk up Peters Hill, walkers are rewarded with pretty vistas over the farmlands of the Lower North. We will take a short detour to visit Marshalls Hut.

NOTE – If you wish to walk on only one day, please contact the FOHT office to register for that day. The online registering system will only allow you to register for both walking days.

The THEME for the weekend will be HALLOWEEN. Unlike our usual themes the theme will extend into the Saturday night dinner.

Newland Head
2013-10-13
Loop walk through Newland Head Conservation Park which includes part of Heysen Trail. This beautiful coastal walk starts from Waitpinga Beach passing through sand dunes and mainly coastal vegetation. Views across Waitinga and Parsons Beaches to Kangaroo Island can be enjoyed at the lookout. Walking along the cliff tops is a rewarding section with views towards the Bluff. The trail is sandy with lots of exposed tree roots.

Sturt Gorge
2013-10-13
We will explore a few of the tracks at the western end of Sturt Gorge and perhaps see the river in flow. Depending on the day we may exit the gorge and explore the pine forest and lake on the campus of Flinders University. There could be some ups and downs on dirt paths so shoes with good grip are recommended. Start time 8.30am. Plan to finish around12.30pm. Bring morning tea to have on the trail. There is a lovely park at the start/ end where you can enjoy a picnic lunch.

Tugwell Road to Inman Valley
2013-10-13
A Gentle undulating walk. This section follows country roads, farm fencelines and attractive road reserves. Native orchids, grass trees, abundant birdlife and classic Fleurieu farmland views make this a walk to remember. Take time out to explore the church ruin and graveyard on Hancock Rd above Inman Valley.

Dutchmans Stern car park to Eyre Depot, Quorn to Dutchmans Stern
2013-10-12 - 2013-10-13
Saturday 12th. We do the long day today! After leaving the cars at Dutchmans Car Park, we walk around the Stern, then head down (unexpectly) through a lovely gorgette, and after a climb or two, arrive on the western margin of the ranges. Then a rather tiring traverse along a fence line to Eyre Depot. We won’t get closer than this to the western plains.

Sunday 13th. From Quorn we head north-west through fields and then pleasant foothills into the Dutchmans Stern Conservation Park. We then divert from the Trail to do the Dutchmans Loop, visiting the summit for superb views in all directions. We should be able to see Wilpena Pound.Please note-you will be “Qing” on Saturday night. Theme – QI (Quorn Inspirations). “Q” or “Quorn”. 6.30pm join the quiet queue of quaint walkers taking a quick quench while quizzing the leaders about the quirks of the Heysen Trail ahead of quaffing to quell the quibbles at Quorn Community Hall.

First Twilight Walk of the season
2013-10-09
First Twilight Walk of the season.

Twilight Walks will follow on Wednesday nights during daylight saving time.

Section 59: Bunyeroo to Aroona Hut
2013-10-06
In this section walkers climb from Bunyeroo Valley, up to Yanyanna Hut, passing several vantage points along the way that provide superb photo opportunities of the ranges behind. Continuing along Yanyanna Track, the trail passes old settlers huts before entering the geologically significant Trezona area. The pleasant walk continues along Brachina and Enorama creeks past the Golden Spike and other significant geological sites, before climbing to cross the ABC Range, where spectacular views of the Heysen Range unfold.

Section 55: Leigh Creek Road to Red Range
2013-10-06
A classic Flinders Ranges creek walk, the whole day is spent in Wonoka Creek which has been the site of a couple of major floods in recent years. The trail continues along creeks following the picturesque Mernmerna Creek and Slaty Creek to the Red Range campsite.

Section 49: Dutchmans Stern to Eyre Depot
2013-10-06
This is a deceptively tough walk with a bit of everything – undulating firetracks with spectacular views, a rocky gorge and a gibber strewn floodplain.

Section 8: Myponga to Mt Compass
2013-10-06
After a short road walk, the trail enters the small but picturesque Yulte Conservation Park. After emerging from the bushland, the trail crosses open farmland continuing along Lawless Rd (and the Myponga Pistol Club firing range), and gradually climbing to Mt Cone, which offers distant views over Victor Harbor to the South.
