Morialta Conservation Park at the base of the Adelaide Hills is just 20 minutes drive from the centre of Adelaide. It is well known for its impressive seasonal waterfalls, deep gorges and lush, wooded hillsides.
A popular place for rock climbers, abseilers and bushwalkers of all abilities, Morialta includes trails suitable for prams as well as more challenging climbs that offer breathtaking views across the hills to the city.
Try the First Falls Plateau Hike, Second Falls Gorge Hike or the Three Falls Grand Hike that take you up steep hills, rewarding you with views of tumbling waterfalls and scenic valleys. Those after a more leisurely experience can stroll along Fourth Creek to the First Falls, where water seasonally plunges down a 30 metre high rockface.
Barbecues and toilets are provided in the Stradbroke Road picnic ground. Please note an entry fee per vehicle applies.
Source: http://www.southaustralia.com/info.aspx?id=9000408
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'Set in very rugged hill country, Montacute Conservation Park's 200 hectares of remnant bushland is separated by several small creeks, and is home to an abundant array of birdlife. Vegetation in the park varies greatly from the lower to higher slopes. The creek line is dominated by river red gums with a low understorey of grasses and exotic plants. The higher slopes support stringybarks and blue gums. Two challenging walking trails wind their way through the park's native vegetation to the higher slopes and offer excellent views of the surrounding area. Along the walking trails you may discover outcrops of Precambrian dolomite rocks more than 570 million years old, or on the eastern side of the park, an outcrop of Stonyfell quartzite'.
Montacute Conservation Park is located 17km north east of Adelaide. Access is via Valley Road. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Wood fires, solid fuel fires and gas fires are prohibited throughout the year.
Contact: (+61 8) 8336 0901
Source: http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/parks/Find_a_Park/Browse_by_region/Adelaide_Hills/Montacute_Conservation_Park
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