Mystery Walk-Eastern Side of Morialta.
2023-02-01
A relatively comfortable walk along some less traveled trails in the eastern section of Morialta. There are a couple of short sharp climbs, which can be tricky under foot, All in all a walk to ensure you look forward to dinner afterwards.

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.

Christies to O'Sullivan Beach and return
2023-02-08
A beach walk from Christies Beach to O’Sullivan Beach Boat ramp and back. The walk from Christies Creek outlet (UBD Map 185, F6) is a leash free area for dogs, and don’t our 4 legged friends love it! So bring along your dogs if they are capable of walking 5 km with you.

Shoes/sandals/thongs are not essential. We will be walking along the beach for 2.5 km each way, 5 km in total. Bring your cossies/bathers if you would like to go for a swim after the walk. High tide is at 7.33 pm on this day. We may have to take a short detour to the path on the Esplanade to get around some rocks at the Christies Beach Sailing Club/Surf Lifesaving Club boat ramp if the tide is in too far.

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.

Head 4 The Hills 1
2023-02-12
WALK 1 is Sunday 12th February
This is your opportunity to experience our beautiful Torrens Linear Park.

Henly beach to Thebarton 10+ klms

This walk is the one that has a few sections that most closely resemble the fantastic dirt trails that we usually walk on out in the bush.

The day I did a test walk, frogs croaking and bird life abounded.

At the finish of the walk we have a 20 approx, minute walk to the bus stop on Henley Beach Rd to catch a bus back to Henley South.

The good news is that there is a cafe half way along our walk out, that is open on a Sunday.

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
2023-02-15 17:30 - 19:30, 2023-03-15 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Adelaide)
Friends of Heysen Trail Council Meeting

Mt Barker Wetlands
2023-02-15 18:00 - 20:00
The walk will take us from the township of Mount Barker to the Laratinga Wetlands … around the wetlands … and back again.

For those interested in birds the wetlands will provide an opportunity to see quite a few.

After the walk a dinner will be held at the Barker Hotel, near the meeting place.

Belair
2023-02-16
Details to come.

A loop walk within the delightful Belair National Park that includes a couple of hills, to help with your fitness for the forthcoming walking season, and some sections of rocky track. The walk will not going near any of the Public Toilet facilties within the park.

There will be a short morning tea break during the walk so please bring some snacks & a drink.

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.

Sturt River
2023-02-19
This walk will have an early 7am start, because of the time of year, and it will be very much weather dependent.
Please check the Heysen hot weather policy. (I will also message if we cancel)

I’ve been in that Gorge during winter and it is always warm and humid in there, so it’s an early start and temperature dependent.

We will walk approximately 7.5 klms upriver this includes 9 river crossings, a side trip to the top of the Sturt dam, then onto the 9th crossing.

So a total of 15klms and a possible 18 river crossings.

Wear long Gaiters & long trousers if you have them, last time I was there the undergrowth was quite thick. Hiking poles will also assist you.

Drinking water, pus a few snacks are all you will need.

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.

Pt Noarlunga: River & Beach Wander
2023-02-21 08:00 - 10:00
MORNING wander through the local area of Port Noarlunga before following the lower reaches of the Onkaparinga River, crossing a footbridge and through dunes to the river mouth then concluding with a stroll along the beach. Approx 6km subject to weather.

Please ensure you bring water, hat and sunscreen. Bathers & towel may also be useful to cool down at the end. There are coffee shops and a couple of local art galleries if that is of interest.

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.

Happy Valley Reservoir
2023-02-22
If you haven’t yet had a look at the Happy Valley Reservoir, this will be a great opportunity. This walk will focus on the east side of the dam and be mostly under tree cover, with lovely views of the Happy Valley reservoir.

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.

Shepherds Hill
2023-03-01
A quiet evening amble around Shepherd Hill Recreation Park, a small patch of green in suburbia offering views of the surrounding Adelaide plains, coastline and hills. Mostly flat easy walk with a few “ups”. Join us for dinner afterwards (optional) at Balthazar Cafe, Pasadena Green Shopping Centre.
The carpark is located off Ayliffes Road, easier access to avoid the concrete ups and downs (South Road maze) is to travel south via Goodwood Road/Fiveash Drive/Ayliffes Road.

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.

Heysen Trail Maintenance - Volunteering
2023-03-03 09:30 - 11:30
Information Session for Section Leaders and budding trail volunteers

Purpose: an opportunity to see first hand some of the activities needed to produce stiles, markers, toilets, tanks shelters and other infrastructure that we provide and install along the trail and an insight into our trail maintenance safety, training and obligations with the Department of Environment and Water.

DATE CHANGE DUE TO EXTREME HEAT on 24 Feb

Head 4 The Hills- walk 2
2023-03-12
Walk 2 of 3

Our walk will start promptly at 7.30am.

An easy relaxed 10-11k mostly flat walk, will see us enjoying some of the best scenery that our beautiful city can offer.

This easy section is just stunning, we will enjoy the lovely gardens planted by our Adelaide city council gardeners, stunning views of Adelaide Oval and the new Casino hotel, plus the remodelled railway station entrance & convention centre deck.

To get the most out of these views we will cross the Torrens weir to Pinky flat, so that we get the best scenery possible.

Then cross Adelaide’s Gold plated foot bridge, back to our trail.

You must have your bus pass with you as we return to our start by bus and tram .

Any concerns call me Bill, on 0466 981 945

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 George
2023-03-15 18:00 - 20:00
Generally easy going with one short steep section rising to Mt George over some rocks.

There is an excellent view of the valley and surrounding countryside.

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.

Brownhill Creek Loop
2023-03-22
Please join me for a twilight hike around Brown Hill and along Brownhill Creek.

We will hike approx. 6km which should take under 2 hours.

We will meet at 5.45pm for a 6pm start.

The hike will start off with an upward climb to get the heart pumping, to reach wonderful views if the weather is kind to us, of the city. Then we hike across private land, so we will stay on the tracks, make sure we close gates as needed and be mindful to stay away from any cattle we come across, until descending to Brownhill Creek, where we walk along the creek, crossing this a couple of times until back to our cars.

For those who would like to grab a bite to eat afterwards, we will head to the Edinburgh Hotel, 1-7 High Street, Mitcham for dinner.

Please ensure you have all the necessary gear, good hiking shoes/boots and poles in case it rains as we are descending down tracks that could get slippery if wet.

Hiking in March, means unpredictable weather so don’t forget your rain coat and a torch as the sun will be setting earlier then.

Also, check the weather, if the forecast is for a very hot night, above 32 degrees at that time, or there is Extreme or Catastrophic fire ban declared, or severe thunderstorms, the hike will be cancelled.

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.

Marion Historical Walk
2023-03-29 18:00 - 19:30
Living Kaurna Cultural Centre, Warriparinga

This walk takes us through the backstreets of Marion following parts of the Village Heritage Trail. We will then walk to the Warriparinga Wetlands and return following the Sturt River.

Join us for dinner afterwards at the Marion Hotel.

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.

Crafers Sunset/Night Walk
2023-04-01
This walk will finish in the dark.

This walk in the dark trek, is timed so we can enjoy the sunset, and then take advantage of the wonderful pizza restaurant at Crafers after our hike.

Our walk will leave promtly from Crafers at 5pm – allowing 2hrs to summit.
( be aware it will be cold up there )

For the walk down, headlamps will be required.
A hiking pole will also assist you to not have a stumble.

The Trip down the mountain will start no later than 7.15pm it takes1.5 hrs to reach our start point.

This will place us at the pizza restaurant at 8.45pm.
Just in time to enjoy our freshly cooked late night supper.

Sunset is at 7.15 pm.
Kitchen in the restaurant will cook our meals @8.45pm.

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.

Hiking Expo 2023
2023-04-02
WALKING SA Annual Hiking Expo to launch the Walking Season

Main Oval, Belair National Park

End to End Minus 2 Catch up Walk
2023-04-02 08:30 - 13:30
Our final Minus 2 get-together walk, using the trails around Belair National Park, culminating at the Hiking Expo 2023, Main Oval, Belair, celebrating the opening of the walking season, where we will have lunch and loiter a while, before returning to our cars.
The walk will use the trails and roads of the National Park, including Echo Tunnel.
Better bring a torch, if you’re afraid of the dark.
Water and morning snack will also be a good idea.
Lunch if you like, however there will be food at the Expo.
A chance to get together with your colleagues from 2022 and the leaders.
Chance to discuss meals, accommodation, transport and just chat.
Bring your questions which we endeavour to answer, as we go along.
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.

Annual General Meeting 2023
2023-04-05 18:30 - 20:00
Friends of the Heysen Trail and other Walking Trails Inc – Annual General Meeting 2023

Onkaparinga 3 Rivers
2023-04-13
Onkaparinga 3 River Crossings: A scenic exploration of Onkaparinga National Park on some lesser known trails and criss-crossing the river in 3 places – bring spare socks just in case. We sample the Willunga Basin Trail in one part and finish with a strenuous climb out of the gorge to complete 14km. Anticipate 4-5 hours. Please note this is a hard loop walk with no easy exit points – experience necessary.

Wet weather: in the event of rain prior the trail will potentially be slippery in places and the river crossings may have some water.

Reminder: FOHT hot weather policy – walk will be automatically cancelled if BOM 4pm/ABC 7pm the day prior predicts 32 degrees or greater.

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 to Moana
2023-04-16
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 1: Sellicks Beach to Moana Beach approx 22km. This involves a variety of cliff and beach walking as well as a section through the Aldinga Scrub.

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 to participate in the walk 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.

FOHT Council Meeting
2023-04-19 17:30 - 19:30
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.

Gandys Gully
2023-04-23
Details to come.
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.
Bush trails, with steep sections. Good training area for walking poles.

Head 4 The Hills -3.
2023-04-29
Walking 11- 12k to the base of the Mt Lofty Ranges.
This section explores some of the most beautiful foothills and gullies alongside the Torrens river, with lots of interesting / stunning photo opportunities.
At the completion we will use Adelaide Metro to return to our vehicles.
So a bus pass or seniors card is essential.
After the walk, register your interest, for a celebratory coffee/snack, at the Dutch Pantry, 700mtrs from our parking spot.

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.

Warren Tower (CANCELLED)
2023-04-30
Come along for a walk in the Warren Conservation Park, which includes sections of the Heysen Trail and a rich diversity of native scrub. Some open country, which is adjacent to the fire watch tower, provides 360 degree extended views over the Adelaide Hills.

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.

Kuitpo Forest a different approach.
2023-04-30
Starting and finishing in Kangarilla this walk will incorporate sections of the Willunga Basin, Heysen and Onkeeta trails as well as forest trails through the Bone Gully and Knott Hill sections of Kuptio Forest.

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.

Webb Gap- Pewsey Vale (wk 7)
2023-04-30 - 2023-05-07
Week 7 sees Minus Two finishing the Tothills and crossing over to the Peters Hill salient, on the Light Range, via Marrabel.
Then on to Kapunda and Greenock and into the Barossa valley ending our extended walking week at Pewsey Vale.
Day One starts at Web Gap, where 2022 finished, walking along the western face of the Tothills, then crossing to the eastern side via the Smith Hill camp, before crossing the Tothills for the final time through Gerkie Gap.
Day 2 continues from Gerkie Gap along the interestingly named Aunt Sues Road (who was she) across the valley to finish the day just under Light Range and Peters Hill.
Day 3 starts with a climb to Peters Hill and a visit to Marschalls Hut, just off the Trail and morning tea, We then climb up to Peters Hill for the expansive views over Riverton and beyond, to the west. A potentially very windy walk, before dropping down onto Heysen Road and finally to Hamilton.
Day 4 has the group mainly on back roads and over Lights Hummocks past the Friends campsite and finally into Kapunda, our base for the past days.
Day 5 is our rest day and moving day to Tanunda.
Day 6 starts from the centre of Kapunda, passing via the Friends oldest greening project on Hanke Creek Road and the tallest trail marker, into the vineyards around Greenock, under the Sturt Highway and finally into Tanunda for a well-deserved icecream.
Day 7 we leave Tanunda past the many vineyards into Bethany and the slow climb up to Rifle Range Road, beside Schlenke Gully and into the Kaiser Stuhl Conservation Park. If time permits, we will take the alternative Trail to the newly renovated Rossiter Hut, through the Mount Crawford Forest to our finishing point for Week Seven at Pewsey Vale.
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.

Walk 15 - Cudlee Creek to Nugget Rd
2023-05-06
THIS IS AN UPDATED DOCUMENT please read NEW MEETING DETAILS

Walk Details: The trail leads walkers through the rolling hills of the South Mt Lofty Ranges and sections of Mt Crawford Forest. The climb towards Mt Gould provides outstanding views.

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.

Newikie Creek to Dares Hill Summit Rd and Wandallah to Newikie Creek with End to End 14
2023-05-06 - 2023-05-07
For E2E14’s first up walks for this year, these are 2 difficult and long, but very beautiful walks

Saturday 25.5km – This section passes through Caroona Creek Conservation Park and Tourilie Gorge, which is one of the lesser known gems of the Trail. Look out for the remnants of an old bullock track cut through the gorge.

Saturday Night Meal Option – 6:30pm Royal Exchange Hotel see details below

Sunday 22km – This remote and very undulating section across grazing lands beyond Goyders Line.

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.
