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Heritage Trail, Heysen Spur Trail

A dog and child friendly walk, the Heritage Trail encompasses Victor Harbor’s spectacular coastline from Kent Reserve to Kings Beach Road, where it joins up with the Heysen Trail.

Also known as Kings Head Hike, the trail highlights cultural, environmental and historical points of interest. Explore the beaches and headlands between Petrel Cove and Kings Beach. Watch out for dolphins and whales off shore. Understand the landscape, geology and European and Aboriginal history through the interpretive signage along the trail. Explore the Bluff by walking the 800m Rosetta Trail to the top of the Bluff.

Length:	5.8km linear
Difficulty:	Easy to moderate walk
Terrain:	Undulating
Start/Finish:	The Bluff (Rosetta Head) Victor Harbor
Finish/Finish:	Kings Beach

Extend this walk by starting in central Victor Harbor, or Kent Reserve near central Victor Harbor, or walk further along the Heysen Trail to Waitpinga Cliffs. The trail sections between Waitpinga and Victor Harbor are especially scenic, much loved by walkers and photographers, with terrain varying from steep rugged cliff faces to sandy surf beaches. From Kings Beach Road, walkers can take the Heysen Trail south west to Cape Jervis (67km – 3-5 days), or head north along the Trail to the Flinders Ranges (1200km, 50-60 days). Medium fitness is required and you need to take adequate supplies of water and wear appropriate clothing.

View the trail map below, download the Heritage Trail map , or visit the Victor Harbor Information Centre or Council office to collect a map. For more detailed information please refer to the Heysen Trail booklet which is available for purchase from the Victor Harbor Visitor Information Centre or visit the Heysen trial website:

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Heritage Discovery Trail Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor has a rich and diverse history, with stories told through many of our built heritage places.

A number of places of historical interest have been identified, and their stories told for people to enjoy, within the City of Victor Harbor’s heritage plaque project.

The project, which commenced in 2010, has resulted in the stories of over 50 sites of heritage significance translated onto the iconic blue plaques.

A map provides the location and a brief overview of sites outside of the Victor Harbor Town Centre.

The vision for this trail is that you can choose to complete it all at once or, see the sites over a number of visits, whatever suits you best.

Enjoy learning more about these buildings and sites, soaking up Victor Harbor’s rich history, and rediscovering the stunning architecture of our past.

There is another walking Heritage Trail available around our town centre that you may also enjoy – pick up a ‘Victor Harbor Town Centre Heritage Trail’ brochure from the Visitor Information Centre on your next historic journey.

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Self Guided walking trail through Victor Harbor's most historic precints.

Easy walking

As the walk is through the streets of Victor Harbbor, this is very flat and easily accessible.

What you will see

You will see and learn about Victor Harbor's rich history and the buildings that make up it's history.

What we love

We love our history and we love sharing it with our visitors.

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Discover Victor Harbor's coastline from the fun of a bicycle.

There’s plenty to see, with minimal steep hills between you and your choice of places to visit and things to do. Spinway automated rental terminal located at the beginning of the Victor Harbor Causeway – all you have to do is swipe and ride!

Take an early morning ride along the beach as the sun comes up, or pedal to dinner and cruise home under the stars. Our beautiful natural wonders are all within easy reach on two wheels.

Spinway Adelaide bikes are lightweight, easy to ride and very reliable. With puncture resistant tyres, a low step and fully adjustable seat, riding is a comfortable pleasure. And there’s a handy basket for packing a picnic lunch or stowing a shopping bargain or two.

Complimentary use of helmets.

We hope you enjoy and help support our South Australian privately owned business.

* When you choose our 24 hr hire rate the price is equivalent to $1.40/hr. Total is $33.

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Nangawooka Flora Reserve - HIndmarsh Valley

Nangawooka is a 5 acre reserve North of Victor Harbor on the corner of Waterport Rd and the Adelaide – Victor Harbor Rd. It was started in 1982 and the first plantings occurred in 1983.The plantings range from WA species at the Northern end of the reserve to a mix of general native species in the centre and species specific to the Fleurieu Peninsula nearer the Southern entrance. Flowering starts in mid winter and is at its peak early Spring. There is still a good display right through into late Summer. Most (90%) of the plants are named.

Nangawooka is open to the public and is an ideal venue for small outdoor weddings or functions.

We hope you can visit Nangawooka soon.

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Kaiki Trail Granite Island

This walking trail takes you on a journey around Granite Island Recreation Park. Granite Island is around 62 acres and is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor due to its unusual granite formations with crashing white waves, elevated views, flora and fauna, and walking trails that provide outstanding panoramic coastal views.

Length:	9km loop
Time:	45 minutes
Grade:	Grade 1, Easy Walk
Terrain:	Undulating with some stairs
Start:	Victor Harbor Information Centre

View the trail map below or download the Kaiki Trail map.

Points of Interest

The Causeway from the mainland is around 630 metres in length. Construction commenced in 1862, and the Victoria Pier was completed in 1864. The Causeway did not extend all the way to the island until 1875. It was built to provide a port and safe anchorage for trading ships. In 1899 swimming baths were located off the Victoria Pier, they were both demolished in 1955 after being damaged by a storm.
Site of the Harbour Masters Cottage which was established in 1867 and demolished in 1959.
Site of the Penguin Interpretive Centre which was operated from 1996 until 2017.
Screwpile Jetty was first used in 1881 by the coastal steamer Penola. 260 bales of wool were loaded.
Breakwater which was started in 1878 and completed in 1882. It is 1,000 ft long, 30 ft wide at the top and 200 ft wide on seabed. It was created from 250,000 tons of granite taken from the northern side of Granite Island, no granite block used weighed less than 20 tons.
Lighthouse erected in 1892 run on kerosene, this was replaced by a continuous gas operated light in November 1951.
Sculptured granite Seal, completed by sculptor Sylvio Apponyi in 1992 who also constructed the famous Warland Reserve Whale Tail fountain.

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Hindmarsh Falls - Hidden Treasure amongst the rolling hills

The picturesque Hindmarsh Falls are best viewed in winter and spring and after heavy rainfall. The falls are located approximately 18km from Victor Harbor, off Myponga Road.

The falls are fed by the Hindmarsh River catchment area between Mt Cone and Spring Mount, and flows down through Victor Harbor and out to sea via the Hindmarsh Estuary.

Length:	0.2 km return
Difficulty:	Easy
Terrain:	Undulating with some stairs

Getting there

To get to the falls from Victor Harbor, take the Victor Harbor to Adelaide Road, travel 8km from the Victor Harbor town centre and turn left onto Hindmarsh Valley Road (Myponga turn off), then travel a further 9km and you will come to the turn off on the left to the falls.

You then travel 1km along a dirt road until you reach the picnic area. You can park here and walk on the concrete path to view the falls which is approximately 600 metres from the picnic area.

There is another parking area 300 metres up the road from the picnic area which can accommodate around three cars, access to the falls is then via a cement walkway and a series of steps, which descend a further 300 metres to the falls viewing area.

A trail map can be picked up from the Victor Harbor Information Centre or Council office.

Bird watching

The open string bark forest with closed scrub land under-story is a popular area for bird watching and species such as:

Scrub Wren
Bassian Thrush
White Browed Scrubwren
Eastern Spinebill
White Throated Treecreeper
Laughing Kookaburra

The picnic area is grassed and the Hindmarsh River meanders through with plenty of shady trees along the banks. Surrounding trails venture deeper into the valley and follow the river’s edge.

Please remember:

Leave behind only footprints
Take plenty of water and wear good enclosed walking shoes
Respect the flora and fauna around you so that others may also enjoy the pleasure
Beware of snakes, especially in warmer months

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Encounter Bikeway

The Bikeway is an on-road and shared trail that links the coastal city of Victor Harbor and the river port town of Goolwa, via the coastal towns of Port Elliot and Middleton. The total distance of the bikeway is 30km. However, a range of riding distances is available, making it suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. The Bikeway can be used by cyclists, walkers, skaters, rollerbladers and is wheelchair accessible.

The trail is located on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula, approximately one hours drive from South Australia’s capital city, Adelaide. The region has plenty to offer the visitor: great options for accommodation, fantastic food and wine, surf beaches, bushwalking and much more. Contact our local Visitor Information Centres to obtain further information.

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SHARING THE BIKEWAY

Cyclists and handcyclists: Please give way to other path users and use your bell when approaching others from behind.

Two abreast & keeping to the left:

While it is legal to ride two abreast, please respect users and allow plenty of room for others to pass. Wherever possible keep to the left hand side of the pathway or road.

Helmets:

All cyclists, including handcyclists, are required to wear a helmet that meets the approval of Standards Australia. Please ensure it is secured properly prior to setting off on your ride.

Pedestrians:

Please keep to the left and be aware of safety in respect to other users of the pathway

Water

Please ensure you carry adequate supplies of drinking water.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Respect the fragile dune systems by staying on designated pathways and boardwalks at all times. • Do not disturb plants and animals. • Do not leave any rubbish behind. Either place it in the bins provided or take it home with you.

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Spot whales from this coastal walk.

This self-guided walk takes you along the coastal Encounter Bikeway Trails from Victor Harbor to the whale sanctuary at Basham Beach where whales may be spotted from shore between May and October.

View then up-to-date map below or download the PDF version here.

Length:	10km linear
Difficulty:	Grade 1, Easy Walk
Terrain:	Sealed pathway
Start:	The Bluff, Encounter Bay
Finish:	Basham Beach, Middleton

Find out more on the Encounter Marine Park website, Big Duck Boat Tours, or visit the SA Whale Centre Facebook page for the latest whale sightings.

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Bicycles Victor HARBOR

Situated in central Victor Harbor, Bicycles Victor Harbor is your one stop shop for all things bicyles and E-bikes.

Electric bike hire and bike hire for you to explore the coast on the Encounter Bikeway! Our hire bikes are maintained and serviced by trained bike mechanics so you can be sure they’ll be ready for your adventure!

Servicing and repairs

If your bike isn’t running smooth or needs a service were the place to visit, offering a wide range of services, repairs and spare parts to get you and your bike back out in the sun. From a bronze service to full suspension servicing!

Accessories

We offer a wide range of accessories for every stile of riding, whether you’re cruising along the paths or seeking a little more adventure we have you covered!

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Granite Island is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor.

Granite Island is around 62 acres and is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor due to its unusual granite formations with crashing white waves, elevated views, flora and fauna, and walking trails that provide outstanding panoramic coastal views.

Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram

Ride the historic Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram across The Causeway to Granite Island. The Tramway commenced operation in 1894 and is one of two remaining in the world that operate a daily service.

Kaiki walking trail

This 2.9 kilometre walking trail takes you on a journey around Granite Island Recreation Park. Follow the link to find our more about the Kaiki Walking Trail, including map and key points of interest.

Dolphin and whale watching

Granite Island is situated in the Encounter Marine Park and full of marine life including dolphins, penguins, leafy sea dragons, seals and an abundance of marine life.

From May to October you may spot a Southern Right Whale or Humpback Whale while on their annual migration.

Big Duck Boat Tours offer daily tours departing from the Causeway, where can spot dolphins, seals and whales (during whale season).

Find out more on the Encounter Marine Park website, Big Duck Boat Tours, or visit the SA Whale Centre Facebook page for the latest whale sightings.

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South Australia’s unique ocean adventure experience. Take our boat tour to see seals, dolphins and whales, as well as spectacular islands, cliffs and beaches. Bookings essential.

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