The Geological Hike is a quiet hike located in the little-visited south west corner of the park. The trail explores the quarries and trails near the geological feature known as 'The Gun Emplacement', with interpretive signage along the way detailing local history and the environment. More information about the Gun Emplacement can be found on the Friends of Anstey Hill website.
The hike begins from Gate 9 off Lower North East Road.
As at early March 2017, the trail is not yet marked with arrows, but the trail posts are in place. Walking clockwise, without the arrows choosing which trail to walk can be problematic. We anticipate that arrows would be installed by mid April 2017.
The trail is for hikers only, mountain bikes are not permitted.
GPX file courtesy of Walking SA. File may not contain elevation data and may only represent half the length on return hikes.
Total distance: 1341 m
Max elevation: 273 m
Min elevation: 229 m
Total climbing: 67 m
Total descent: -67 m
Download file:
Geological-Hike.gpx
For more information on this hiking trail, please visit Walking SA
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Discover this park's unique features, including ruins of the original Newman’s Nursery, abundant bird life, western grey kangaroos and koalas. Many animals call this area home and the park conserves rare vegetation which was once widespread throughout the Adelaide Plains and Mount Lofty Ranges.
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Anstey Hill Recreation Park
Anstey Hill Recreation Park
Anstey Hill Recreation Park
