Dutchman Stern Conservation Park Trails
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Overview
Highlights
This park offers a variety of family friendly bush-walking trails and is open all year (other than on total fire ban days). There are two main walks: - The ridgetop walk (4.1 km one way - 4 hours return)
- The loop walk (10.5 km - allow 5 hours to complete)
- The third option is walking to the Terrace Viewpoint and back (2km one way). At the viewpoint you have a good view to Mt Brown and Devil's Peak on one side and, on a clear day, to Wilpena Pound to the other side.
Altitude range is from 440 metres at the trailhead to 810 metres at checkpoint 3. The Heysen trail runs through the Dutchman Stern Conservation Park.
Activities
- Hiking / bush walking
- Sight-seeing
- Photography
Facilities
- Walking trails
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements..
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- National park and camping fees may apply for South Australian national parks. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
Photo credits: SA Parks and Wildlife Services
Location & Supplier
Dutchman Stern Conservation Park Trails
Address: Dutchman Stern Conservation Park Trail, Arden Vale Road, Quorn, South Australia 5433
Website: https://www.frc.sa.gov.au/tourism/what-to-do/walks-and-lookouts
