Onkaparinga Gorge, South Australia
Not all wineries and farms, McLaren Vale’s other terroir offers classic Australian bush, swimming holes and geology a heartbeat from Adelaide.
Best Hiking Trails in South Australia
South Australian walking trails offer the chance to journey through various breathtaking and pristine landscapes. From the undulating Flinders Ranges, to the white sandy beaches on Kangaroo Island, there are many hikes in South Australia suited for variable walking abilities. The Nilpena to Lake Torrens hike sets the walker on a 5-6-day adventure through the Flinders Ranges. Following the way of the camel, this South Australia walk meanders through a mosaic of native vegetation and wildflowers with the iconic desert landscape and sand dunes in the background. Hiking within this sacred Indigenous Country, stone artefacts can be found attesting to an enduring human occupation, highlighting it as one of the most special walking trails in South Australia. Jumping across to the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, the hiker is guided by tour operators through epic scenery including towering cliffs, dramatic rock formations and wild beaches whilst being presented with expansive local knowledge. In a state with almost a quarter of its land covered by national parks, the hiking trails of South Australia are rich with wildlife and vegetation and spectacular inland and coastal viewpoints.
Marion Coastal Trail, South Australia
In the southern suburbs of a big city – where arid and rocky country suddenly transforms into wild ocean – is a place of perspective-shaping geology and history.
Kings Head Hike, South Australia.
Located 1-2 hours from the centre of Adelaide on the Fleurieu Peninsula, this trail passes through sand and coastal scrub…
Nilpena to Lake Torrens, South Australia.
What better way to reward the effort of seeing than going to country that dares you to think there’s nothing there?
Flinders Ranges, South Australia.
Travelling light through day-walk heaven in the mighty Flinders Ranges is a sublime mix of adventure and comfort.
Hiltaba Nature Reserve, South Australia.
Five stunning walks in the Western Gawler Ranges can be explored over a number of days staying at Hiltaba Nature Reserve.
St Mary Peak Hike, South Australia.
St Mary Peak is the highest point at 1171m in the Flinders Ranges. It is culturally significant in the creation…
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, South Australia.
This guided walk is booked through one of several tour operators licensed to access the trail. The hike passes through…
Alligator Gorge, South Australia.
This is a striking walk and even more impressive during spring with wildflowers in bloom. The gorge is located in…
Morialta Gorge, South Australia.
Just 10 kilometres from Adelaide’s CBD, this loop in the Morialta Conservation Park takes you around the escarpment with views…
Bunyeroo Creek Hike, South Australia.
A more family friendly hike in the Flinders Range than Wilpena Pound and still providing rewarding views. Heading through the…
Kangaroo Island, South Australia.
The coastline of this South Australian island is spectacular with aquamarine bays and blindingly white beaches. A dramatic short walk…
Adelaide, South Australia.
A wander through the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, the First Creek Wetland and the Conservatory provides a fascinating refuge. Immerse yourself…
Waterfall Gully to Mt Lofty, South Australia.
The reward for a strenuous walk to the summit of Mt Lofty through stringybark forest is sweeping views across Adelaide.…
Coffin Bay, South Australia.
Coffin Bay might be most renowned for its oysters, but its national park is a boon for those seeking true closeness with nature.