Grade 1

Fourth Creek Walk (2.8km)

Morialta Conservation Park

South Australia

2.8km

1 hr

Grade 1

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Hike at a Glance

Quick overview: Experience the serene beauty of South Australia on the Fourth Creek Walk, a gentle 2.8km loop trail nestled within Morialta Conservation Park. This Grade 1, all-abilities trail is perfect for casual bushwalkers and families, offering a pram-friendly path that meanders alongside Fourth Creek. Keep an eye out for the playground and footbridge, and enjoy the tranquillity of the natural scenery. Dog owners can rejoice too; leashed furry friends are welcome between the recreation area and the First Falls carpark.

Max elevation: 202m

Min elevation: 140m

Total Ascent: 75m

Hike overview



Track grade


Grade 1 (All-abilities) - Perfect for Families and Beginners: Grade 1 on the AWTGS represents the easiest walking tracks, perfect for families with young children or those new to bushwalking. No prior experience is required. These gentle walks feature a flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections. They are suitable for wheelchair users with assistance due to the even terrain. The total distance of a Grade 1 walk is typically no greater than 5 kilometers, making them a comfortable and manageable option for all ages and fitness levels.

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Fourth Creek Walk (2.8km)


Explore safely


Planning this hike? Most incidents develop before you even start. Safe outcomes depend on how navigation, hydration, environment, load and judgement work together. Small oversights can compound quickly in Australian conditions. See how it happens in the Hiking Safety Systems Foundations. Then use the Hiking Safety Systems, planning calculators, and make sure a trusted contact has your trip plan before heading out.

Leave a trip plan


Register your plans

Before you go, complete a trip intentions form and share it with a trusted contact. Agree on a Late-Back Time and ask them to call 000 (Police) if you have not checked in. A clear trip plan is one of the simplest and most effective safety steps you can take.

Planning checklists


Download the hiking preparation and safety checklists before leaving home to help you think through your plans. They help ensure important considerations are not overlooked and support safer decision-making on the trail.

Getting there


Getting to the trailhead: Morialta Conservation Park.

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Accommodation nearby


Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.

Nearby towns: Adelaide, Auldana, Campbelltown, Kensington Gardens, Kensington Park, Magill, Marden, Mawson Lakes, Newton, Norton Summit, Paradise, Rostrevor, Stirling

About the region


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Acknowledgement of Country

Fourth creek walk (2. 8km) trail hiking australia

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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