Part of our "The Best Family Friendly Bushwalks for Aussie Kids" series, we're bringing you the "Top 10 kid friendly bushwalks near Adelaide".
All are within 90 minutes drive of Adelaide, can be accessed without a 4WD and all are, in full or in part, family friendly. Make sure you research your walk before you leave, to ensure that you're selecting the section that is most appropriate for your child's age.
- Morialta Conservation Park - Shortest walk: 1km return. This park in the northeastern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities for picnicking and wildlife spotting. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and watch out for uneven terrain.
- Waterfall Gully - 1.6km return. This scenic walk in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide takes you past a beautiful waterfall and offers stunning views of the city. Helpful tip: Wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Be sure to watch out for steep terrain
- Cleland Conservation Park - Shortest walk: 800m return. This park in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities to see and interact with native Australian wildlife. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and watch out for wildlife.
- Hallett Cove Conservation Park - Shortest walk: 1.2km return. This park in the southern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as stunning views of the coastline and geological formations. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and watch out for uneven terrain.
- Belair National Park - Shortest walk: 1.8km return. This park in the southern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities for picnicking and wildlife spotting. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and watch out for uneven terrain.
- Onkaparinga River National Park - Shortest walk: 2km return. This park in the southern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities for swimming and picnicking. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and watch out for uneven terrain.
- Adelaide Botanic Garden - Distance varies. This beautiful garden in the heart of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities to learn about plants and their uses. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear comfortable walking shoes and watch out for seasonal changes in the garden.
- Sturt Gorge Recreation Park - Shortest walk: 2km loop. This park in the southern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities for wildlife spotting and stunning views of the gorge. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and watch out for uneven terrain.
- Warriparinga Wetlands -Shortest walk 1km loop. This wetlands area in the southern suburbs of Adelaide offers a variety of walking trails, as well as opportunities to learn about the history and culture of the Kaurna people. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear comfortable walking shoes and watch out for uneven terrain.
- Mount Lofty Botanic Garden - Shortest walk: 1km return. This garden in the Adelaide Hills offers a variety of walking trails, as well as stunning views of the surrounding area. Helpful tip: Bring a map or use a trail guide to navigate the area, and be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Wear comfortable walking shoes and watch out for seasonal changes in the garden.
Note that these distances may vary depending on the specific trails chosen and any detours or extensions taken. It's always best to check with the park or trail website for more detailed information on the walks available.
We hope these bushwalks near Adelaide give you and your family the opportunity to connect with nature and create lasting memories. Remember to stay safe, pack plenty of water and snacks, and wear appropriate footwear. And don't forget to take plenty of photos of the amazing views along the way and tag @minnowdesigns!
