Friends of the Heysen Trail

Tanunda to Kapunda
2017-09-03
This section takes walkers along back roads and road reserves past vineyards and wineries of the Barossa Valley, through the small town of Greenock and into the cropping and grazing land of the Lower North. It is a long but mainly flat walk with only a few undulations. Pleasant vistas and changing seasonal colours make this a pretty walk.

Scott Creek Conservation Park
2017-09-03
A walk through a hidden gem.Walking mainly along fire tracks with a few bush tracks,Scott Creek has abundant bird life and native bush as far as the eye can see.We will explore the old mine area before climbing some undulations that will give us distant views of the South Coast.

Sturt Gorge
2017-09-03
This walk commences on the easterly side of the Sturt Gorge Recreation Park. Views across to the Sturt Dam and city. We then drop down to river level and stop for a morning tea break before following along the Sturt River. We will cross the river at several points, so sturdy (preferably waterproof) footwear is a must. Coffee and Tea provided after the walk.

Beaumont/Cleland
2017-08-27
This walk is ideal for walkers who need to get a few kms into their legs. It is about 27kms and includes a few hills and rough tracks to improve your stamina and walking techniques. It takes in part of the Pioneers Womens Trail, Mt. Lofty Botanic Gardens and Cleland Recreation Park. The up hills are out of the way by lunchtime leaving a gentle stroll back to the cars after that.

The walk commences at 8am from Brock Reserve on Dashwood Road, Beaumont. The walk should finish by 16:00.

Mylor to Cleland
2017-08-27
A very pretty walk over probably the most popular section of the trail. Walkers pass through the parks and bushland of Bridgewater,Mt George Con. park, Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens and Cleland Cons. Park. There are many picturesque Hills vistas and photo opportunities throughout the walk.

With good views come good hills.

Please remember that the organized car pooling from Marion Council Offices is no longer available.

Mt Barker
2017-08-27
Commencing from Laratinga Wetlands on Mount Barker Creek our ultimate destination will be the summit of Mount Barker. On a clear day views are available south-east over the Murray’s Lower Lakes and west over the Onkaparinga Valley to Mount Lofty. Walking will be on the verge of some minor country roads until we reach the Conservation Reserve where we can revert to a path through open woodland. The understorey displays a sparse layer of shrubs amongst which can be found a variety of native orchids, ground-cover and bulbous flowering plants.

Waitpinga to Tugwell Road
2017-08-20
One of the most spectacular sections of the trail,walkers follow sandy tracks through the coastal scrub of Newland Head CP,and dramatic clifftops towards Victor Harbor.At Kings Beach the trail leaves the coast to begin its long journey north.

Distance 17:5 kms

Walk time 6:5 hrs

Morialta
2017-08-20
one of the most popular areas in Adelaide,for a week end walk.This time we will be doing 12 kms aprox.,in an unusual seccion of Morialta,about 2.5 km.of steep climb to the top,trought the Rocky Hill track,along Moores Rd. and across to Colonial Track and then finally down to the Waterfalls Creek,to finish down the car park.,all in about 5 hrs.

Willunga to Old Noarlunga
2017-08-20
The original title of this walk: Willunga to Old Noarlunga, would have made this walk a Trailwalker walk of about 24 kms. In order to remain within the recommended guidelines of a Trailstarter walk (3 to 4 hours), I have shortened the walk to finish at Moana instead of Old Noarlunga. A leisurely 14 kms walk amongst McLaren Vale vineyards on mostly off road sealed bicycle paths. Refreshments at end of walk by the beach in Moana. Bring the usual morning tea and lunch and keep an eye on the weather forecast.

EE George Quarry to Spalding Road to Chlorinator
2017-08-19 - 2017-08-20
On Saturday…

Most of this section is spent walking south, initially along the crest of Brown Hill Range, following the remnants of an old 1840s stone wall (the longest in SA). It is quite an undulating walk, with little shelter from the elements, however the views make up for any discomfort. The last 5-6 km follow rural back roads to the main Spalding to Burra road.

On Sunday…

This is a very flat, but unique walk that follows the Freshwater intake channel for Bundaleer Reservoir, only leaving it for a few km to go through Spalding. Walkers will see some fascinating examples of engineering from the early 1900s.

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

Mt Hayfield
2017-08-13
This walk takes in sections of the Mount Hayfield forest including the pine and native forest areas. It provides some stunning views over Yankalilla and the coast around Normanville.

This is a very strenuous walk.

Anstey Hill
2017-08-13
This walk will explore the eastern section of Anstey Hill RP before visiting the Newman’s Nursery historic site, thence the old silver mine site and return to the start.

Mt Little Stn (Mayo Gorge) to Parachilna Gorge
2017-08-12 - 2017-08-20
Six days walking from Mayo Gorge to Parachilna. See Heysen Trail Northern Guide Maps 5.3 to 6.8.

NOTE – If you wish to walk on only some of the days, please contact the FOHT office to register for those days. The online registering system will only allow you to register for all walking days. The bus fee is $60 per walking day and the walk fee is $8/day.

Horrocks Pass to Broadview to Woolshed Flat
2017-08-12 - 2017-08-13
Saturday 12th August

Starting with a tough climb out of Horrocks Pass to the ridge, the Trail traverses exposed, gibber littered hills and farmland. Walkers are rewarded with views over the Willochra Plain.

Sunday 13th August

This section of the trail climbs through grazing land and natural scrub to Mount Brown, where walkers are provided with spectacular views of the northern Spencer Gulf from the viewing tower. A pretty single file descent leads Waukarie Creek and a classic Flinders Ranges creek walk.

THEME: 70 music/band or singer

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.

Pewsey Vale to Tanunda
2017-08-06
This is an easy section of the trail that runs through the northern section of Mt Crawford forests and through the native bushland of Kaiser Stuhl Conservation Park with its unusual weathered rock features. Panoramic vistas over the Barossa Valley and Lower North are a highlight.

Gandy's Gully Rollercoaster
2017-08-06
This is a loop walk in a little walked area which will need a good level of fitness. Numerous steep ups and downs

Onkaparinga
2017-08-06

Balquhidder to Waitpinga
2017-07-30
Picturesque farmland,unspoilt sandy beaches,rocky headlands and more .What else could a walker ask for? Well the possibility of wading through a creek, depending on what the weather does in the week leading up to the walk.

8am for a 8:30 dep

end time 3pm

walking from Balquhidder Map 1:4 grid ref 616 546

walking to Waitpinga Campground Map 1:5 grid ref 736 544

Distance 15kms

Black Hill
2017-07-30
A challenging walk in Black Hill Conservation Park. Although not a long walk in distance there is many steep up and down sections.

Cobblers Creek
2017-07-30
We will combine two walks in the park: the Babbler Loop in the southern section and Porosa Hike in the northern region.

Dashwood Gully to Mylor
2017-07-23
A picturesque walk through gently undulating farmlsnd and the northern blocks of Kuitpo Forest. The trail normally passes through the historic Jupiter Goldfields, however due to storm damage a re-route now bypasses them.

Overall, while a quite long walk it is a relatively comfortable walk with no real hills, a far cry from the next few sections of the trail which will provide more testing hills for us to enjoy.

Glen Osmond Mines Tour
2017-07-23
A challenging walk through the mining history of the Glen Osmond area. We start with a body-warming climb to the smelter chimney, followed by a scramble across the hillside to the Wheal Gawler and Wheal Watkins mines. Then an easy return to the cars.

Montacute
2017-07-23
This will be a challenging walk with plenty of hills. We use some of the Heysen Trail, and also Fox Creek Trails in this loop walk through Montacute Conservation Park.

Dares Hill Summit Road to Hallett to EE George Quarry
2017-07-22 - 2017-07-23
On Saturday…

The trail takes walkers past the historic Mt Bryan East School, before beginning the climb up Mt Bryan, which is the highest point of the Mt Lofty Ranges. Walkers are rewarded with panoramic views of the Mid-North from the summit and as they descend through grazing and farming land towards Hallett.

On Sunday…

A gently undulating walk, mainly along rural back roads and road reserves. The seasonally changing hues of the surrounding farmland make this a unique and pleasant walk.

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

Tapanappa to Balquhidder
2017-07-16
A picturesque section highlighting the diversity of the Heysen Trail. Walkers traverse native bushland,a long sandy beach,lush farmland and some very memorable hills.Photo opportunities abound and you may even spot a whale.

Montacute
2017-07-16
A number of steep hills both up and down will be tackled on this walk which is estimated to be about 19 kms. Comfortable walking boots with good grip and walking sticks recommended. We will be walking up and along Big Range. Carry about 2 litres of water, morning tea and lunch, and rain gear depending on weather forecast.

Worumba Station
2017-07-14 - 2017-07-16
26 ks east of Hawker the Worumba range includes Mt Plantagenet and Mt Craig. Rugged creeks and ranges offer interesting walk opportunities.

Staying at well maintained, cosy shearers quarters right in the heart of the range.

In honour of Bastille day the theme for the weekend is Revolution and the flavour distinctly French.

Dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday

3 nights twin share accomodation

Walking Saturday and Sunday

drive home Monday

Anstey Hill
2017-07-09
A loop walk through and around the Anstey Hill Recreation Park. Starting from Gate 6 the walk includes a number of worthwhile climbs & descents as it wends its way throughout the Park

A number of the recently opened tracks in the Park we be included in the walk.

Mylor to Aldgate Circuit
2017-07-09
Come along and walk some little known tracks around Aldgate Creek using the Bandicoot Trail and linking with back roads to the Heysen Trail as it parallels the Strathalbyn Road and then traverses the Mylor Conservation Park.

Melrose to Alligator Gorge Road to Horrocks Pass
2017-07-08 - 2017-07-09
SATURDAY JULY 8th

This is a very long and difficult (but memorable) section of the Trail that starts with the ascent of Mt Remarkable, and continues through Mt Remarkable National Park before emerging on Alligator Gorge Road.

SUNDAY JULY 9th

The trail initially leads over Lavender Peak to picturesque Stony Creek campsite. From there, tracks, back roads and a busy highway take walkers to the memorial to explorer John Horrocks.

THEME: AUSTRALIAN CHARACTERS

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.
