Adelaide100 walking trail nearing completion
You’re going to love this 100km loop
A 100km-plus walking circuit around Adelaide is nearing completion, offering walkers the chance to explore the South Australian capital, its coastline, the River Torrens and the Adelaide Hills on a multi-day adventure.
Known as the Adelaide100, the route has been modelled roughly on the boundaries of the 19th-century Hundred of Adelaide. Depending on route choices, the full circuit will cover approximately 132km and is expected to take five to seven days to complete.
The project has been 14 years in development, with most of the circuit already open to walkers while work continues on the remaining connecting sections.
The route links a variety of landscapes, from urban parklands and seaside paths to rugged bushland and conservation areas. Along the River Torrens, walkers can also discover 14 Kaurna interpretive sites highlighting the cultural significance of the area.
More than 70km of the route is currently accessible across several sections. From Norton Summit to Newton, a 21km stretch passes through rugged bushland, including Morialta Conservation Park and Black Hill. The 16.7km section from Newton into Adelaide follows the River Torrens, while the route from the city to West Beach covers 14.2km through linear parks and urban landscapes.
Further south, walkers can follow the coast from West Beach to Kingston Park for 11km, before continuing for 10.2km towards Majors Road and Glenthorne National Park.
The remaining sections will complete the loop through Happy Valley Reservoir, Sturt Gorge Recreation Park, Belair National Park, Stirling and Basket Range before returning to Norton Summit.
Once completed, the Adelaide100 will provide a new long-distance walking option close to the city, allowing walkers to experience Adelaide’s natural and cultural landscapes without travelling far from the metropolitan area.
