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South Australian Trails SOUTH AUSTRALIAN TRAILS River Torrens Linear Trail From the beachside suburb of Henley Beach to Paradise in the city’s north-east, the River Torrens Linear Park is the ideal Mt Lofty Ranges choice for families and those looking for a leisurely walk, run Gorge Rd. or cycle. The trail runs right through the city centre, passing the Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide Convention Centre and Reids Rd. Adelaide Zoo, providing an oasis away from the hustle and Silkes Rd. Grand Junction Rd. bustle of the city. Athelstone Users can pick up the path at countless spots, however the city section – near Elder Park – is generally the most popular Lower Nth East Rd. option. Featuring level, bitumen paths, the River Torrens Linear Trail is ideal for all fitness levels and perfect for families Lyons Rd. with small children. Many people choose to stop half-way along the banks of the River for a picnic or to feed the ducks. Paradise Darley Rd. Bridges are dotted along the length of the trail, enabling users to cross the River and loop back to their starting point. The River Torrens Linear Park provides a valuable habitat for birds. A variety of trees and shrubs provide cover for many bird species, with the waterway and its lower life forms providing a source of food. If you don’t have your own bicycle Felixstow you can hire one from Linear Park Bicycle Hire, located in Elder Park by the Torrens Lake. Payneham Rd. Safety tips O.G.Rd. The bicycle and pedestrian paths are a shared facility so caution and courtesy are required when using them. Ascot Ave. Please note the following guidelines when using the trail: • The trail is two-way; • Cyclists must give way to pedestrians, wheelchairs, pushers etc, however pedestrians should be considerate to the needs Walkerville of cyclists and step aside where possible; • No motorized vehicles or horses are allowed on the trail; Stephen Tce. • Take your rubbish with you; • Keep pets on a lead. Park Tce. Cyclists and pedestrians should be aware of: Mann Tce. • Intersections between roads and the trail; • Bicycles and pedestrian path intersections; E Adelaide • Bridges where paths narrow; Zoo • Timber boardwalks where the paths narrow; N S • Where the O-Bahn Busway is immediately adjacent to the path; W • Steep descents, underpasses, sharp corners and areas where other activities are likely; • Low level crossings of the River during times of high river flows. Obey the signs provided and do not use bridges when they are covered in water, no matter how shallow it appears. This map is for reference only and is not intended as a navigational tool. www.southaustraliantrails.com SOUTH AUSTRALIAN TRAILS JOINS MAP 1 Hackney Rd. Hackney Adelaide Zoo Frome Rd. MAP 2 King William Rd. Adelaide Montefiore Rd. North Tce. Port Rd. South Rd. River Torrens Walkway/Bikeway Holbrooks Rd. Main Rd Underdale River Flow Lockleys Rowells Rd. Findon Rd. Henley Beach Rd. E Tapleys Hill Rd. N S W Bridge Rd. Henley Beach Seaview Rd. Gulf St Vincent This map is for reference only and is not intended as a navigational tool. www.southaustraliantrails.com.
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