Heysen Trail
South Australia, Australia
Out-and-back trail in South Australia, Australia. Hiking.
- Distance
- 19.8 mi (31.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,680 ft (817 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 45 min
- High point
- 876 ft (267 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Blowhole Beach 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 18.2 mi (29.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Wuldi Krikin Ngawanthi (Eagle Waterhole Campground) 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from start
- Shelter 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Heysen Trail
How long is Heysen Trail?
Heysen Trail is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 45 min. It climbs 2,680 ft (817 m) in total, up to a high point of 876 ft (267 m).
How hard is Heysen Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Heysen Trail?
Parking at the start. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Heysen Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Heysen Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (25% under trees).
What can you do on Heysen Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Heysen Trail?
Food, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Heysen Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Heysen trail / Wild South Coast Way Deep Creek National Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Yapari Ngawanthi campground trail Deep Creek National Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
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- Binneys Track South Australia · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap