Trail Races & Routes in South Australia
Explore 58 trail running and hiking routes across South Australia. 0 organized races and 58 training routes covering distances from 1.4 mi to 685.1 mi. Elevation gains range from 13 ft to 76,772 ft. Preview every trail in 3D flyover with segment breakdowns.
Key Takeaways
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walk 12 Whistler Track | Unnamed (No.HA1196) Heritage Agreement, South Australia | 1.4 mi | 13 ft | route | — |
| Walk 3 - Bluebush Walk | Unnamed (No.HA1196) Heritage Agreement, South Australia | 1.6 mi | 27 ft | route | — |
| Walk 2 - Grasswren Walk | Unnamed (No.HA1196) Heritage Agreement, South Australia | 1.7 mi | 14 ft | route | — |
| De Rose Trail | Sturt Gorge Recreation Park, South Australia | 4.0 mi | 652 ft | route | — |
| Mount Remarkable Summit Hike | Mount Remarkable National Park, South Australia | 4.1 mi | 1,851 ft | route | — |
| Bararranna Walking Trail | Pastoral Unincorporated Area, South Australia | 4.4 mi | 443 ft | route | — |
| Stringybark Hike | Cox Scrub Conservation Park, South Australia | 4.5 mi | 304 ft | route | — |
| Yurrebilla Trail Section 2 | Cleland National Park, South Australia | 4.8 mi | 1,205 ft | route | — |
| Mt Lofty Walking Trail | Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia | 5.3 mi | 621 ft | route | — |
| Pingle Farm Walk | Onkaparinga River Recreation Park, South Australia | 5.5 mi | 103 ft | route | — |
| Old Kersbrook Loop Trail | Barossa Valley District, South Australia | 5.5 mi | 601 ft | route | — |
| Aligator Gorge Ring Route Hike | Mount Remarkable National Park, South Australia | 5.6 mi | 1,128 ft | route | — |
| River Trail | City of Onkaparinga, South Australia | 6.1 mi | 962 ft | route | — |
| Trezona Hike | Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia | 6.2 mi | 390 ft | route | — |
| Pioneer Womens Trail | Cleland National Park, South Australia | 6.5 mi | 1,564 ft | route | — |
| Boundary Loop | City of Onkaparinga, South Australia | 6.5 mi | 434 ft | route | — |
| Walk The Yorke | Southern Spencer Gulf Marine Park, South Australia | 6.5 mi | 16 ft | route | — |
| Mt Cavern Trek | Mount Remarkable National Park, South Australia | 6.6 mi | 2,198 ft | route | — |
| Ridgeway Hill Lookout Hike | Newland Head Conservation Park, South Australia | 7.0 mi | 656 ft | route | — |
| Rocky River Hike | Flinders Chase National Park, South Australia | 7.4 mi | 421 ft | route | — |
| Yurrebilla Trail Section 3 | Giles Conservation Park, South Australia | 7.5 mi | 1,462 ft | route | — |
| Nurragi Conservation Reserve | Milang, South Australia | 8.0 mi | 17 ft | route | — |
| Kenton Valley Ambience Walk | Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia | 8.1 mi | 810 ft | route | — |
| Para Wirra Conservation Park Link | Barossa Valley District, South Australia | 8.3 mi | 1,188 ft | route | — |
| Andersoon Loop Trail | Adelaide Hills Council, South Australia | 8.3 mi | 1,286 ft | route | — |
| Mambray Creek to Alligator Gorge Hike | Mount Remarkable National Park, South Australia | 8.9 mi | 231 ft | route | — |
| Lavender Federation Trail | Mid Murray Council, South Australia | 9.0 mi | 1,224 ft | route | — |
| Walk The Yorke | Port Wakefield, South Australia | 9.3 mi | 16 ft | route | — |
| Yurrebilla Trail Section 4 | Morialta Conservation Park, South Australia | 9.6 mi | 1,407 ft | route | — |
| Hidden Gorge Hike | Mount Remarkable National Park, South Australia | 9.8 mi | 1,330 ft | route | — |
| Walk The Yorke | Leven Beach Conservation Park, South Australia | 10.7 mi | 32 ft | route | — |
| Black Range Trek | Mount Remarkable National Park, South Australia | 11.2 mi | 3,802 ft | route | — |
| Walk The Yorke | Yorke Peninsula Council, South Australia | 11.2 mi | 15 ft | route | — |
| Penola to Coonawarra Rail Trail | South Australia | 11.8 mi | — | route | — |
| Emu Wren Hike | Cox Scrub Conservation Park, South Australia | 12.1 mi | 992 ft | route | — |
| Clare Valley Wine & Wilderness Trail - Stage 1 | Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, South Australia | 12.4 mi | 958 ft | route | — |
| Shoreline Loop | City of Onkaparinga, South Australia | 12.4 mi | 532 ft | route | — |
| KI Wilderness Trail side tracks | Flinders Chase National Park, South Australia | 12.9 mi | 34 ft | route | — |
| Yurrebilla Trail Section 5 | Black Hill Conservation Park, South Australia | 13.6 mi | 2,859 ft | route | — |
| Mallonga Falls Hike | Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia | 14.4 mi | 886 ft | route | — |
| Walk the Yorke | Yorke Peninsula Council, South Australia | 15.8 mi | 222 ft | route | — |
| Yurrebilla Trail Section 1 | City of Mitcham, South Australia | 17.7 mi | 2,352 ft | route | — |
| Belair National Park Loop | Adelaide, South Australia | 20.7 mi | 2,559 ft | route | — |
| Outside Trail | Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia | 20.8 mi | 3,543 ft | route | — |
| Willunga Basin Trail | McLaren Vale District, South Australia | 21.0 mi | 1,968 ft | route | — |
| Bunyeroo and Wilcolo Creeks Hike | Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia | 23.6 mi | 2,040 ft | route | — |
| Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail | Flinders Chase National Park, South Australia | 23.7 mi | 1,729 ft | route | — |
| Haywards Hike | Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia | 24.0 mi | 1,166 ft | route | — |
| Yurrebilla Trail | Adelaide, South Australia | 34.6 mi | 6,026 ft | route | — |
| Sellicks - Largs / Sandy68 | South Australia | 41.7 mi | 1,158 ft | route | — |
| Wild South Coast Way | The District Council of Yankalilla, South Australia | 44.1 mi | 7,113 ft | route | — |
| Wild South Coast Way | The District Council of Yankalilla, South Australia | 46.9 mi | 6,864 ft | route | — |
| Unknown Route | The District Council of Yankalilla, South Australia | 46.9 mi | 6,864 ft | route | — |
| Adelaide 100 | Adelaide, South Australia | 74.0 mi | 7,603 ft | route | — |
| Lavender Federation Trail | South Australia | 210.4 mi | 19,624 ft | route | — |
| Walk the Yorke Trail | Yorke Peninsula Council, South Australia | 294.4 mi | 6,500 ft | route | — |
| Strzelecki Track | Pastoral Unincorporated Area, South Australia | 300.9 mi | 3,255 ft | route | — |
| Heysen Trail | South Australia | 685.1 mi | 76,772 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in South Australia?
There are 0 organized races and 58 self-supported routes available in South Australia.
What is the average elevation gain in South Australia?
The average elevation gain is 3,334 feet, with routes ranging from 13 to 76,772 feet.
What distances are available in South Australia?
Available distances include: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50 Mile, 100 Mile, Ultra.
Can these trail routes in South Australia be used for hiking?
Yes. 86% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
What's the best time of year to run trails in South Australia?
Trail running conditions in South Australia vary by season and elevation. Check the race date column for organized events, which are typically scheduled during optimal weather windows. For year-round training routes, elevation profiles help you plan for seasonal conditions.
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