Friends of the Heysen Trail

Section 39: Bowman Park to Mt Zion
2013-10-06
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.

Section 47: Broadview to Woolshed Flat
2013-10-06
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. There are some steep climbs from Broadview to the summit.

Section 28: Burra to Wandallah
2013-10-06
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.

SUNDAY NIGHT – Post-walk celebration of the Warren Bonython Walk at Farrell Flat hall. Commencing at 6 pm. BYO BBQ meat and drinks plua a salad or dessert to share. A gold coin donation to cover the hall hire.

Section 53: Calabrinda Creek to Jarvis Hill
2013-10-06
This is a long but fairly fast walk, initially along vehicle tracks, then over open grazing land along the face of Yappala Range and past the historic Mt Elm school site to Jarvis Hill carpark.

Section 60: Aroona Hut to Parachilna Trailhead
2013-10-06
This final section of the trail follows Aroona Valley to the watershed dividing it from the Parachilna Creek catchment to the north. It then follows the valley between ABC Range and Heysen Range, past abandoned mines to the final stile at the Parachilna Trailhead. This walk is a pleasant amble, perfect for reflecting on the years and kilometres taken to get here, and the friendships made along the way.

Section 10: Kyeema to Dashwood Gully
2013-10-06
The dense native bushland of Kyeema Conservation Park, the plantations of Kuitpo Forest and pretty back roads make this a pleasant winter walk.

Section 40: Mt Zion to Wirrabara Forest
2013-10-06
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.

Section 4: Balquhidder to Waitpinga
2013-10-06
Picturesque farmland, unspoilt sandy beaches, rocky headlands and the chance to spot whales characterise this section of the Trail.

Section 20: Tanunda to Kapunda
2013-10-06
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.

Section 24: Gerkie Gap to Webb Gap
2013-10-06
This section of the trail follows the Tothill Ranges, which boast the largest remaining section of remnant scrub in the area and are one of the delights of the Mid-North. There are pleasant vistas over the surrounding farmland, with constant reminders of 19th century optimism and 21st century technology.

SUNDAY NIGHT – Post-walk celebration of the Warren Bonython Walk at Farrell Flat hall. Commencing at 6 pm. BYO BBQ meat and drinks plua a salad or dessert to share. A gold coin donation to cover the hall hire.

Section 29: Wandallah to Newikie Creek
2013-10-06
This remote and very undulating section gives walkers their first introduction to the grazing lands beyond Goyders Line, traversing remnant bushland and remote valleys.

Section 34: Spalding Rd to Chlorinator
2013-10-06
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.

Section 48: Woolshed Flat to Dutchmans Stern
2013-10-06
A steady climb to start the day takes walkers to the top of the range and views over Pichi Richi Pass. After descending into the pass again, the Trail follows the historic Pichi Richi railway line, passing the remnants of deserted sidings and settlements. The trail passes the outskirts of Quorn before climbing gradually towards The Dutchmans Stern. Taking a detour off of the Heysen Trail to walk the 6 km Dutchmans Stern loop will provide a memorable highlight.

Section 54: Jarvis Hill to Leigh Creek Rd
2013-10-06
One of the gems of the Trail, this ridge walk provides spectacular views and many photo opportunities. It is a short walk, but may still take up to 4 hours because of the terrain and photo stops.

Section 11: Dashwood Gully to Mylor
2013-10-06
A picturesque walk through gently undulating farmland, the northern blocks of Kuitpo Pine Forest and through the historic Jupiter Creek Goldfields.

Section 41: Wirrabara Forest to Block 9 Rd
2013-10-06
This section provides a very diverse range of scenery, beginning with the dense natural scrub, ridgelines and spectacular vistas of the Telowie Gorge Conservation Park, then descending to a narrow single file track along a very pretty creek line, before emerging into walk alongside pine forests.

Section 5: Waitpinga to Tugwell Rd
2013-10-06
One of the most spectacular sections of the Trail, walkers follow sandy tracks through the coastal scrub of Newland Head Conservation Park, and dramatic clifftops 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 north.

Section 30: Newikie Creek to Dares Hill Summit Rd
2013-10-06
This section passes through Caroona 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.

Section 56: Red Range to Moralana Drive
2013-10-06
This is an easy and pretty walk with gentle undulations, along creeklines and through native pine woodlands, in the shadow of Elder Range and Mt Aleck.

Section 12: Mylor to Cleland
2013-10-06
Although the most populous section of the trail, it still retains a rural feel as walkers pass through the parks and bushland of Bridgewater, Mt George Conservation Park, Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens and Cleland Conservation Park.

Section 42: Block 9 Rd to Murraytown
2013-10-06
This section starts in the Wirrabara pine forest with there are some testing climbs. After leaving the forest the rest of the day is spent walking along back roads and road reserves through undulating farmland.

Section 1: Cape Jervis to Cobbler Hill
2013-10-06
Starting from the Cape Jervis trailhead, adjacent the ferry terminal, this iconic first section of the Heysen Trail follows sandy coastal tracks and exposed coastal hillsides, providing spectacular views over Backstairs Passage to Kangaroo Island. Walkers are often rewarded with sightings of seals and dolphins. At Blowhole Beach the trail enters Deep Creek Conservation Park to begin the long climb through native bushland to Cobbler Hill.

Section 16: Cudlee Creek to Mewett Rd
2013-10-06
The trail leads walkers through the rolling hills of the South Mount Lofty Ranges and sections of Mount Crawford Forest. The climb towards Mount Gould provides outstanding views.

Section 21: Kapunda to Hamilton
2013-10-06
A pleasant walk following backroads, tracks and fence lines through the undulating farmland of the Lower North.

After the walk there is an invitation to gather at The Tanunda Club (45 MacDonnell St, Tanunda). This will be an opportunity to meet with other WB walkers who will have completed other nearby sections of the trail.

The Club offers reasonably priced drinks, coffee and nibbles. Dinner will also be available if people want to “kick on”.

Section 25: Webb Gap to Burra Rd
2013-10-06
This section of the trail continues along the Tothill Ranges, which boast the largest remaining section of remnant scrub in the area and are one of the delights of the Mid-North, providing expansive views over the surrounding farmland and Apoinga Lagoon.

SUNDAY NIGHT – Post-walk celebration of the Warren Bonython Walk at Farrell Flat hall. Commencing at 6 pm. BYO BBQ meat and drinks plua a salad or dessert to share. A gold coin donation to cover the hall hire.

Section 31: Dares Hill Summit Rd to Hallett
2013-10-06
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.

SUNDAY NIGHT – Post-walk celebration of the Warren Bonython Walk at Farrell Flat hall. Commencing at 6 pm. BYO BBQ meat and drinks plua a salad or dessert to share. A gold coin donation to cover the hall hire.

Section 35: Chlorinator to Curnows Hut
2013-10-06
Passing Bundaleer Reservoir and the permanently flowing Bundaleer Creek, the Trail joins the Bundaleer northern intake channel at the aqueduct. After leaving the channels at the weir it follows Never Never Creek past remnant Yacca forests and grazing land towards Bundaleer Forest.

Section 50: Eyre Depot to Mt Arden South
2013-10-06
After climbing back into the range, walkers enter Mount Arden Creek which winds its way northwards. The gradual climb up the winding creek bed with its waterfalls and rocky sections can make progress very slow.

Section 13: Cleland to Norton Summit
2013-10-06
This section of the trail passes through the native bushland of Cleland and Horsnell Gully Conservation Parks and along roadsides, providing frequent vistas over Adelaide and the Hills.

Section 43: Murraytown to Melrose
2013-10-06
A leisurely walk, predominantly along lightly undulating back roads, this section provides pleasant vistas over the surrounding farmland and finishes in the shadow of Mt Remarkable.
