Yurrebilla Trail
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Introduction
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| Spectacular views, Morialta Conservation Park |
The Yurrebilla Trail is only 12 km from Adelaide, South Australia. Linking parks of the Adelaide Hills, the Yurrebilla Trail is 54 km long and winds its way from Belair National Park to Black Hill Conservation Park.
Yurrebilla Trail - Linking parks of the Adelaide Hills
(700Kb PDF)
The Yurrebilla Trail is a cultural and environmental discovery bushwalk that passes through some of the most spectacular scenery of the Adelaide Hills including gorges, waterfalls, heathlands and tall forests. It also provides stunning views to the hills and the city. The Yurrebilla Trail celebrates an environmentally and culturally significant landscape. Stories about the natural and cultural heritage of the area, through interpretation of places, activities and events are just some of the experiences that await you.
Cultural Corridors of the Yurrebilla Trail (550Kb PDF)
It is divided into five sections so it can be walked in its entirety in three days, or in half day sections.
Information on individual Yurrebilla Trail sections is available on the Yurrebilla Trail Maps page.
The Yurrebilla Trail is part of the Trails SA network. Trails SA has been developed to help people discover the best trails in South Australia. There are many opportunities to walk, cycle, horse ride, scuba dive or canoe across South Australia.
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Yurrebilla Trail – A Hiker’s Guide
‘Yurrebilla Trail – A Hiker’s Guide’ includes stories of the Adelaide Hills and a detailed bushwalking map. It is available to purchase for $9.95. The 84 page pocket-sized guidebook uses anecdotes, historic images and writings, along with current observations to create a sense of the past, present and future of the Adelaide Hills.
‘Yurrebilla Trail – A Hiker’s Guide’ is available from park offices at Belair National Park, Cleland Wildlife Park and Black Hill Conservation Park as well as Mt Lofty Summit (50Kb PDF), the SA Visitor and Travel Centre (King William Street, Adelaide) and other leading walking and map outlets.
Please contact the Department for Environment and Heritage Information Line: (61 8) 8204 1910.
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Yurrebilla Trail - Bushwalking Map
A detailed bushwalking map is available to purchase for $3.95 (inc GST) or is free with the purchase of 'Yurrebilla trail - A Hiker's Guide'.
Maps are available from park offices at Belair National Park, Cleland Wildlife Park and Black Hill Conservation Park as well as Mt Lofty Summit (50Kb PDF), the SA Visitor and Travel Centre (King William Street, Adelaide) and other leading walking and map outlets.
Please contact the Department for Environment and Heritage Information Line: (61 8) 8204 1910.
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Yurrebilla Trail Product & Services Guide
Produced by the South Australian Tourism Commission, the free product and services guide is designed to help you find local accommodation, restaurant/cafes and services as you walk the Yurrebilla Trail. The guide is divided into five sections to highlight trail areas. It is packed full of walker-friendly establishments to make your visit to the scenic Adelaide Hills as enjoyable as possible.
The maps in this guide are not suitable for navigating the trail. Please obtain ‘Yurrebilla Trail – A Hiker’s Guide’ or Bushwalking Map prior to walking the trail.
See http://www.southaustralia.com
Telephone (within Australia): 1300 655 276 For International enquiries: (61 8) 8303 2220
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Yurrebilla Trail Interpretive Signs
As you walk the trail, discover more about the natural and cultural heritage of the Adelaide Hills through a series of informative interpretive signs. Each sector of the trail has two interpretive signs, except the Summertown to Norton Summit sector, which has one.
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The Trail
Please obtain ‘Yurrebilla Trail – A Hiker’s Guide’ or Bushwalking Map prior to walking the trail.
The trail is marked with trailmarkers as pictured below. Please keep to the trail.
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| Yurrebilla Trail marker |
Estimated walking times are given for each section. These are based on about 3 km per hour walking time. Allow more for long rest stops.
Fire restrictions apply to parks along the Yurrebilla Trail. For Department for Environment and Heritage reserves Fire Restrictions see the Parks website.
Accessibility to public and private transport options make walking the trail easy (see public transport links below).
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Walking Hints
Before you set off on your hike, visit the Bushwalking Leadership SA website at: http://www.bushwalkingleadership.org.au You can download their publication ‘A guide to better bushwalking’ which is full of handy hiking tips.
Plan well before you start your walk and do not overestimate how far you can walk. Take some time to determine your level of fitness and capabilities and be prepared for inclement weather.
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| Yurrebilla Trail in Autumn |
Be sure you have up-to-date information and maps about the section of the Trail you are walking. Equipment and provisions are important so test them out and be sure they will meet your needs.
Whether you are walking the Yurrebilla Trail for a half day, day or over extended periods it's important to protect your feet and body. Wear strong, comfortable walking boots with a quality sole and wear thick, comfortable socks.
The weather can change very quickly so take a light raincoat, warm clothing and in warmer months take sunscreen and wear a wide brimmed hat.
Walkers should carry sufficient water (at least two litres/person/day in cool weather and more in weather above 20ºC) in strong, lightweight containers and nourishing food for both meals and snacks.
You will need to let someone know where you are going before you leave on your walk. Write down your trip plan and leave it with a reliable person who will know what to do if you have not returned by your prearranged time. Don't forget to tell them when you are back.
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Environmental Care
- Keep to the defined walking trail and follow the markers
- Take your rubbish with you
- Observe fire bans and restrictions
- Heed Phytophthora management signs
- Observe local restrictions for bikes and pets
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Further Information
For further information please contact:
Department for Environment and Heritage
GPO Box 1047
ADELAIDE SA 5001
Australia
Phone: (61 8) 8204 1910
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the South Australian Visitor and Travel Centre in King William Street, Adelaide. Telephone 1300 655 276
Yurrebilla Trail Bushwalking maps can be purchased from park offices at Belair National Park, Cleland Wildlife Park and Black Hill Conservation Park as well as Mt Lofty Summit (50Kb PDF), the SA Visitor and Travel Centre (King William St, Adelaide) and other leading walking and map outlets.
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Useful Links
Trails SA
http://www.southaustraliantrails.com
Heysen Trail
http://www.heysentrail.sa.gov.au
Adelaide Hills Tourism
http://www.visitadelaidehills.com.au
Accommodation booking
http://www.bnbbookings.com/
Public transport page
http://www.adelaidemetro.com.au
Adelaide Hills Face Zone Cultural Heritage
http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/archaeology/hfzchp/index1.htm
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