Pines Cave Trail
South Australia, Australia
Out-and-back trail in South Australia, Australia. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.2 mi (11.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,109 ft (338 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 50 min
- High point
- 1,729 ft (527 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Alison Saddle 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Cave: Pines Cave Trail 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from start
- Cave: Pines Cave 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Kangaroo Gap Lookout 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Pines Cave Trail
How long is Pines Cave Trail?
Pines Cave Trail is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,109 ft (338 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,729 ft (527 m).
How hard is Pines Cave Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pines Cave Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Pines Cave Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Pines Cave Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (14% under trees).
What can you do on Pines Cave Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Pines Cave Trail?
Woolshed Restaurant, 1 mi (1.6 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Pines Cave 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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap