Friends of the Heysen Trail

Mt Crawford/Warren CP
2023-07-23
Starting at Mt Crawford Forest Information Centre, we skirt around the edges of Warren Reservoir before climbing up into Warren Conservation Park. From there we head in a southerly direction along the Heysen Trail. Joining up with the Tower Loop Trail, we head back to Tower Hill for panoramic views over the area. We then head along forest tracks to Chalks campground, then follow the Heysen Trail boardwalk and forest tracks back to the cars.

This walk is approx. 20 kms and will take about 6 hours to complete. It is graded as Trail Walker and only register if you have the experience required .

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.

EE15 Walks 19 & 20 - Tanunda to Kapunda to Hamilton
2023-07-22 - 2023-07-23
Saturday Walk Details: Tanunda to Kapunda – 25km

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, with a finish at Kapunda in easy walking distance to bakeries or pubs.

Saturday Night Function (Optional): Kapunda Trotting Club (when registering Select “RSVP” if you wish to come and then Click on “Event Details” to see more details).

Sunday Walk Details: Kapunda to Hamilton – 24 km

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.

Fitness: 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.

Cleland
2023-07-20
An undulating and testing loop walk in Cleland Cons. Park that includes one long steep climb, two other shorter steepish climbs and numerous other minor undulations There are also some tricky descents.

There will be short breaks for morning tea and lunch during the walk.

Overall a good walk to test your fitness levels.

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.

FOHT Council Meeting
2023-07-19 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Adelaide)
Friends of Heysen Trail Council Meeting

The Friends encourages engagement and interaction across our membership/volunteers. Committees and Members are welcome to attend – if interested please register so our Secretary is aware to expect extra people.

Kuitpo
2023-07-16
Commencing from the oldest timber plantation in The Mount Lofty Ranges, planted in 1898, this walk passes through a small section of Kuitpo Forest.

Walking mainly on open tracks the landscape will be a mix of forest, native vegetation and farmland.

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.

Mt Compass/ Kyeema/Dashwood Gully Rd
2023-07-15 - 2023-07-16
Note: If you wish to walk on only one day, please contact the FOTH office (once bookings open) to register for that day’s walk.

The online registering will only allow you to register for both days

Day 1 Saturday – Mt Compass – Kyeema

The pretty dairy pastures of Mt Compass and Nangkita provide the backdrop for the first section of this walk. Back roads then lead walkers up a steady incline through to Finniss Conservation Park and into Mt Magnificent Conservation Park, where a short steep hike off the main trail which will reward walkers with spectacular views from Mt. Magnificent over the southern Fleurieu Peninsula.

A combination of native bushland then back-road walking completes the day.

Fitness: 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.

Day 2 Sunday – Kyeema – Dashwood Gully

The walk starts off in the dense native bushland of Kyeema Conservation Park, and then the plantations of Kuitpo Forest. The walking here is gently undulating sandy trails.

We cross over a couple of main arterial roads where care needs to be taken.

We then exit Kuitpo Forest onto Stagecoach Road for the return to the cars.

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.

Cleland
2023-07-13
The walk will start on the Steub walking trail which climbs through forest woodland with wonderful views over the southern ridges and out over the Adelaide plains until we reach the Mount Lofty Summit. From the summit we will take tracks less used until joining the popular Wine Shanty trail and onto the perimeter of the wildlife park. Taking our time we will hopefully see some of the animals before returning to the start. At the completion of the walk you may wish to visit the cafe for a coffee or lunch.

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.

Sir Mark Oliphant CP
2023-07-11
A lovely loop walk in the beautiful Mark Oliphant Cons. Park with its rich variety of stringybark and eucalypt woodlands, and diverse wildlife including the southern brown bandicoot.
The walk meanders through the park on both sides of Evans Drive and includes a number of steepish climbs and descents, some over rocky ground which can be slippery if wet. Depending on the weather conditions there may be a short off track section included in the walk.

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.

Waitpinga to Tugwell Rd - E2E17
2023-07-09
One of the most spectacular sections of the Trail. Walkers follow sandy tracks through the coastal scrub of Newland Head Conservation Park, and will have dramatic clifftop views towards Victor Harbor.

Here whales have been sighted, as well as seals, dolphins and the endangered white bellied sea eagle. At Kings Beach the Trail leaves the coast following roads and an uncleared road reserve to begin the long journey northward inland.

Fitness: 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.

Bridgewater/Mt Lofty Gdns
2023-07-09
This beautiful 12klm return walk takes us through the Mount George Conservation reserve, using the Heysen trail.
Walking by the old mill water wheel, along the old railway embankment, then passing under the Adelaide Melbourne rail line, take in the fairy garden as we then walk under the freeway into the conservation park.
Koala’s are a semi regular sight in this area.
As are beautiful reflections in the dam.
Then by strolling with care, across the Stirling golf course, we enter the Woodside Scout camp, and puff up the hill to the Heysen monument, Marking the early history- of the trail.
Then with a little road walking we end up in the Mt Lofty Botanic Garden. Here we will have a lovely rest break, before returning back to Bridgewater.
Once back we finish coincidentally, just by the ” Little Cog ” cafe, we will have a coffee and some social time together there.
Please indicate if you’re joining us. The question asks re a meal but it’s coffee and a social chat.
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.

Aligator Gorge Rd to Horrocks Pass to Broadview
2023-07-08 - 2023-07-09
This is a multi day walk. If you wish to register for only one day, please contact the office once registrations open.

Please note: this walk will be run out of the usual order

Saturday: Horrocks Pass to Broadview – 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 and Spencer Gulf.

Sunday: Aligator Gorge Rd to Horrocks Pass – The trail initially leads over Lavender Peak to picturesque Stony Creek campsite. From there, tracks, back roads and a walk next to a busy highway take walkers to the memorial to explorer John Horrocks

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.

Accommodation: Melrose, Wilmington

Theme: Christmas in July

Black Hill and Morialta Loop
2023-07-02 08:00 - 14:00
This walk is ideal for walkers in need of a bit of a challenge and to develop techniques for rough tracks, steep inclines and declines. Walking poles and boots with good ankle support are recommended. You will be rewarded with some lovely views over Adelaide. The walk is only about 18kms but is challenging.

The meeting place is at the end of Addison Avenue, Athelstone at the park entry. It commences at 8am and should finish by 14:00 so bring morning tea and lunch.

Contact me on the day on 0400320943 if necessary.

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.

Mt Pleasant Summit
2023-07-02
Come along to enjoy a moderately challenging walk with spectacular scenic vantage points as we wind our way through working pine forests and areas of native flora, culminating in the Mt Pleasant summit. This walk has a variety of terrain including some ups and downs so if you have some basic bushwalking fitness, then this walk could be for you!

Worlds End to Burra to Wandallah with End to End 14
2023-07-01 - 2023-07-02
Saturday Worlds End to Burra – 25km Although primarily a long, flat, treeless walk, along dirt roads and road reserves, this section provides walkers with a perspective on the diversity of landscapes of the Trail. The final few kilometres provide pleasant views over the historic Burra township.

Sunday Burra to Wandallah – 16km This section of the Trail goes through historic Burra, passing the old Redruth Gaol and other reminders of a bygone era. The trail then takes walkers over the exposed hills of the North Mount Lofty Ranges.

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.

Myponga Loop
2023-07-01
Trail Starter. Join me for this 7.7-km loop trail near Myponga, South Australia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 min to complete. A great little trail exploring the area near the Myponga Reservoir, located less than an hours drive south from the centre of Adelaide, South Australia.

We will head to the Smiling Samoyed Brewery for lunch. Smiling Samoyed Brewery
Hansen St, Myponga SA 5202. https://smilingsamoyed.com.au/ They are open 11.30am – 5pm on Saturdays. If you would like to stay for lunch please let me know when you book for the hike so I can arrange a table.

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.

Scott Creek CP
2023-06-25
Scott Creek Conservation Park was severely impacted by fire in January 2021.
The good news is that regrowth since then has been massive.
The bad news is that the regrowth since then has been massive. We will not be able to walk the trail shown in the “Push the Bush” collection of walks (published in 2005).

This walk will a training walk, following some of the fire trails in the eastern section of the park.

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.

Hardy's Scrub
2023-06-25
This is a loop walk, to and through Hardy’s scrub and following parts of the Willunga Basin Trail. You will see native flora and lovely view of the surrounding vineyards and hills. There a a couple of steep sections of hill climbing but in the main it will be gentle inclines and declines. This walk will take approximately 3-3 1/2 hours. Ensure you have enclosed walking shoes/boots as we will be going through scrub, as well as plenty of water and walking poles

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.

Pewsey Vale- Kyeema (Week 8)
2023-06-24 - 2023-07-02
End 2 End Minus and it’s Week Eight in our final year and the theme is Braveheart!
Day 1 Starting where we left off in Week 7, we trek from Pewsey Vale, well and truly now in the Mount Lofty Ranges, across the Wirra Wirra Peaks, up the 100-step stairway to Mt Crawford, then on to the old Mount Crawford cemetery.
Day 2 Starts with a climb up to Little Mount Crawford through Chalks and then up to Tower Hill with expansive views to the north, east and west. The Trail then descends into the Warren Conservation Park, a delightful, contoured track to Watts Gully Road and onto Nugget Road.
Day 3 From Nugget Road, into more forest and the Scotts Camps site, skirting to the east of Kersbrook, past Mount Gould, Simmonds Hill, Chain of Ponds to Cuddlee Creek.
Day 4 Begins with a long road walk, past Grandpas Camp and then the ups and downs begin around Thomas Hill, Cardiac Hill and the Montacute CP and finally the heart stopping climb out of Sixth Creek to Montacute Heights and Cherryville.
Day 5 Thankfully a rest day.
Day 6 From Montacute Heights the Trail loops through Morialta CP past waterfalls and over creeks to emerge at Norton Summit, continuing in Horsnell Gully, with more hills finally reaching Cleland CP.
Day 7 From Cleland, we hit Mount Lofty with a choice of either the Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens or not. Then on to Woodhouse Activity Centre, past Mount George, Bridgewater Mill, briefly into Mylor CP and finishing at Mylor.
Day 8 Takes us from Mylor on a long road walk until Glen Bold where the Trail tackles the boardwalk through to Jupiter Creek Gold Fields and the start of the Kuitpo Forest region, Rocky Creek, Knott Hill and finishing at Dashwood Gully Road.
Day 9 Takes the group through the Kuitpo Forest for much of the day, traversing Chookaloo Campground, Christmas Hill and finally into the Kyeema CP.

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.

EE15 Walk 17 - Mt Crawford to Pewsey Vale
2023-06-24
Walk Details: Initially climbing over Mount Crawford with stunning views the trail follows forest edges and roadsides, then make its way up and over the pretty Wirra Wirra Peaks, before descending to creek lines again. Walkers follow roads and road reserves through open big gum grazing land.

Fitness: 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.

Morialta
2023-06-22
A figure of eight walk in the Morialta Cons Park that covers some of the less frequented sections of the Park. There will be a number of steepish climbs throughout the walk though nothing “gut-busting”, and a few tricky and potentially slippery descents. Advisable to bring walking poles.

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.

Mt Crawford
2023-06-18
A loop walk with steep climbs over Mt Crawford and Little Mt Crawford rewarding with excellent views. Then onto tracks through forest areas including a platform walk and then working our way to the finish along the trail of the North Warren Reservoir.

This walk is graded as Trail Walker and only register if you have the experience required.

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.

Blackwood Reserve
2023-06-18
The Blackwood and Coromandel Valley in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s was known for its orchards and market gardens.

The walk will commence along the Sturt River Linear Path and then past one of the earlier orchards established in 1909 and still owned by the same family.

Climbing gradually we enter the Blackwood Forest Recreational Park with its pine trees, an old ruin and information boards explaining the experimental orchards of years past.

Joining the Sturt River Linear Path again we walk back to our starting point.

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.

Mylor forest & Valley Loop
2023-06-18
This beatiful but challenging starter cirquit connects a series of nature reserves and some quiet country lane walking.
The walk begins at Mylor, walking through the Mylor Forest.
This 12 – 13k loop walk takes in the Mylor forest as well as some of the Aldgate Valley.
It utilises a section of the Heysen Trail between Stirling Cemetery, and Mylor Conservation Park, that parallels the Aldgate to Mylor Road.
Although it is a walking path/trail, and not a roadside footpath.

The reserves and native bushland where we walk is home to Southern Brown Bandicoots, kangaroos, possums, echidnas and koalas.
Out of all the nearby Adelaide walks it ranks high in my favourites.

We finish the walk outside the bakery, So please indicate if you’re joining the group for a social after walk, coffee and chat.

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.

Onkaparinga N.P
2023-06-15
A trail starter in length, but with uneven, rocky and undulating tracks.

A circular walk in a small area of the Onkaparinga National Park passing through areas of native bush , including pink gum and grey box woodland. This park is home to kangaroos, echidnas and many birds, we may be lucky to see some on the walk.

As we make our way along the ridge top there is fabulous views of the gorge below.

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
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.

Balquhidder to Waitpinga - E2E17
2023-06-11
NOTE: The location of this walk has been changed due to road works still underway on Tappanappa Ridge Road. It is unsure if the road works will conclude, and be suitable for our next walk. There is uncertainty if adequate parking spaces will be available or if the bus can manoeuvre safely.

Instead of walking from Cobbler Hill to Tappanappa as planned, we will walk from Balquhidder to Waitpinga.

This walk entails some road walking, picturesque farmland, several unspoilt sandy beaches, creek crossings, rocky headlands and hopefully the chance to spot whales or dolphins over our right shoulder.

Dutchman's Stern /Mt Little Station
2023-06-10 - 2023-06-18
The first of our final 2 weeks on the Heysen Trail starting at Dutchman’s Stern, trekking through to the walkout from the trail at Mt Little Station. Six days of memorable walking with highlights including the gradual climb through the range and walk along the creek line from Eyre Depot.The climb up and over Mt Arden with it’s panoramic vistas, the traverse of Buckaringa Gorge and the spectacular views from Jarvis Hill {truly one of the WOW moments on the trail }

ROUGH,ROCKY, UNEVEN,SLIPPERY, MUDDY TRACKS,OLD FENCING ,CLAMBERING ALONG CREEK LINES, EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS (HOT& COLD ) ARE ALL THINGS THAT MAY BE EXPERIENCED ON THIS WEEK OF WALKING

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO BRING ,APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR AND CLOTHING,PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT,MORN TEA ,LUNCH ,SNACKS ,ELECTROLYTES .MIN 2-3LTRS WATER.””ALWAYS CARRY A GOOD RAINCOAT “”

PLEASE BRING A BOOT BAG AND SPARE SHOES TO GET CHANGED INTO AT END OF DAY IF WET WEATHER SETS IN .THIS WILL ENSURE BUS DOESN’T FILL UP WITH MUD .THIS CAN BE LEFT UNDER BUS .

THIS IS A MULTI DAY WALK.REGISTRATION REQUIRES PAYMENT OF THE FULL BUS FEE{ assumes all walkers have a golden boots card} ACCOMMODATION AND MEAL COSTS ARE NOT INCLUDED

Accommodation-We will be based{ at Quorn from Sat 10th June to Wed June 14th{check out } transferring to Hawker on that day and at Hawker until Sunday June 18th { Travel Home }

Those registering are invited to travel on the bus at no extra cost, from Adelaide to Quorn, then Hawker and return to Adelaide. If you intend to travel on the bus from and to Adelaide PLEASE ADVISE in the Comments Section when Registering.

The bus is capable of taking up to 20 passengers and luggage ,so be early to indicate your interest.

Those travelling by bus are asked to pack all clothing, food etc into suitcases,eskies,cardboard boxes or plastic containers.This will ensure that luggage can be stacked on top of one-another without fear of it being squashed.

If you choose to drive your own vehicle to Quorn and Hawker, you are still required to pay the Bus Fee. Please Note there are no other Fee options for this event. The bus will drop us off at start of walk and be at the end to take us back to base every day

Group Meals are planned for Sat 10th June and Sat 17th June.DETAILS BELOW

An EARLY REGISTRATION LINK will be offered to all regular E2E12 walkers on Wed 19th April, 2 weeks prior to public opening of registration for the event.

PLEASE NOTE – THE SECTION BUCKARINGA TO CALABRINDA WAS WALKED LAST YEAR SO WE WILL NOT BE DOING THAT SECTION IN THIS WEEK OF WALKING .

PLEASE NOTE -ORDER OF WALKS AND DAYS MAY BE CHANGED AT SHORT NOTICE IF WE ENCOUNTER BAD WEATHER .

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.

Mt Zion to Wirrabara Forest to White Park Rd to Murraytown
2023-06-10 - 2023-06-12
This is a multi day walk. If you wish to register for only one or two days, please contact the office once registrations open.

Saturday: Mt Zion to Wirrabara Forest – For most of this section the trail follows gravel roads and a rollercoaster firetrack through natural bushland towards the TV tower at The Bluff where walkers are rewarded with spectacular views of the gulf and beyond.

Sunday: Wirrabara Forest to White Park Rd – This provides a very diverse range of scenery. Walkers follow the ridgeline along fire access tracks through the dense natural scrub of the Telowie Gorge Conservation Park and enjoy views over Port Germein and across the gulf to Whyalla and Port Bonython. After turning off and descending steeply from the ridgeline the Trail follows Sheepyard Track ascending to Rocky Ridge then turning north through old harvested pine forest allowing expansive views to the Gulf, following a steep climb to Sugargum Lookout. The trail continues following the Wirrabara Greenway through a private property.

Monday: White Park Rd to Murraytown – The day is spent walking along back roads and road reserves through undulating farmland.

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.

Accommodation: Laura, Wirrabara

The theme for the weekend is TV

Skye
2023-06-06
A loop walk into the Horsnell Gully Cons. Park including a couple of climbs and at times tricky descents, so walking poles would be useful.

There will be a short break for morning tea.

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.
