πΏ A ripper spot for a family hike with beaut views and a cheeky koala sighting, mate!
Mount George Conservation Park offers a top-notch bushwalking experience with diverse native flora and a lovely lookout midway through the trail. Families and nature lovers will enjoy spotting wildflowers and even koalas in their natural habitat. While the walk is close to the city, it provides a refreshing escape into nature. The trails are well signposted once you find the start, making it a great spot for a morning hike or an arvo stroll. Perfect for those keen on wildlife and scenic views, this park is a hidden gem worth multiple visits.
π Park Information
π Address | Heysen Trail, Mount George SA 5155, Australia |
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π Website | Website |
β Rating | 4.5/5 (103 reviews) |
ποΈ City | Mount George |
πΊοΈ Coordinates | Google Map Link |
ποΈ Facilities |
π Opening Hours
Day | Hours |
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Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
Thursday | Open 24 hours |
Friday | Open 24 hours |
Saturday | Open 24 hours |
Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Monday | Open 24 hours |
Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
β What Makes This Park Special
Family Bushwalk Adventures β
Mount George Conservation Park is a beaut place for families who love a good bushwalk. The trails are manageable and offer plenty of chances to spot native wildlife, including koalas, which the kids will reckon is ace. Itβs a great way to get the little ones outdoors, exploring nature and spotting wildflowers along the way. Just keep an eye on the signage at the start, as it can be a bit tricky to find, but once youβre on the trail, itβs well marked and easy to follow. Perfect for a morning or arvo hike with the whole mob.
Beautiful Views That'll Take Your Breath Away π
This park boasts a lovely lookout partway through the trail, offering stunning views of the surrounding bushland. The native vegetation is diverse and vibrant, making it a brilliant spot for wildflower spotting, especially in season. Even though the freeway noise can be a bit of a downer for some, the natural beauty and peaceful vibe of the reserve more than make up for it. Itβs a top spot for anyone wanting a quick nature fix close to the city with plenty of photo-worthy moments.
π¬ What Visitors Are Saying
- Outstanding trails. Worth going several times
- Lovely lookout midway through trail. Wonderful for wildflower spotting β‘
- The first tree we looked up we saw a koala!
- Beautiful patch of native vegetation so close to the city
- Poor signage to find the start of the walk, but once at the beginning, well signposted
- The best place ever I see itβs very good to hike with family and enjoying
- The walk was quite noisy because of the freeway. Not ideal to relax, this is my least favourite walk in the area