Heysen Trail
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Overview
Highlights
Experience the Heysen Trail; one of the world's great walking trails and the longest in Australia. The 1,200 kilometre Heysen Trail extends from Cape Jervis on the south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula to Parachilna Gorge in the Flinders Ranges. Named after the famous landscape artist Sir Hans Heysen, the trail boasts some of the state's most spectacular landscapes; passing through national parks, state forests, vineyards, orchards, acclaimed tourist destinations and historic towns that offer accommodation.
Join the trail at any point along its journey and enjoy a section as a series of half-day walks or complete the entire trail as a 60 day hiking adventure. Inexperienced hikers should stick to the sections of the trail closer to Adelaide and the south coast. Further out from Adelaide the trail becomes more challenging; the terrain is harder and more isolated. Some of the most stunning sections of the Heysen Trail include: Fleurieu Peninsula: Deep Creek Conservation Park, Tapanappa to Boat Harbor
Adelaide Hills: Mylor to Mount Lofty.
Barossa Valley: Mount Crawford to Tanunda.
Flinders Ranges: Wilpena Pound to Parachilna Gorge.
Heysen Trail Northern guidebooks and maps are available from leading bushwalking and map shops, the RAA and park offices..
Activities
- Hiking
- Camping
- Sight-seeing
Facilities
- Walking trail - 1,200km | 60 days
- Numerous facilities in towns along the hike, check the Heysen Trail website for the most up to date and detailed information on this trek.
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the Heysen Trail website for the most up to date information on the current conditions and facilities.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your hike 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. Observe low impact camping practices and don’t burn or bury rubbish.
- 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 some South Australian national parks. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
Photo credits: The Heysen Trail
Location & Supplier
Heysen Trail
Address: Heysen Trail, Cape Jervis South Australia 5204
Website: http://heysentrail.asn.au/