Yurrebilla Trail: Section 5(Morialta to River Torrens) 4 h to 6 h 4 2 h to 3 h 15 min 12 km ↑ 464 m Hard track One way ↓ 843 m Starting from the 'Gate 9' carpark at the end of Moores Road, Woodforde, this walk leads to the northern end of Black Hill Conservation Park via the Moores, Fox Hill, Quarry, Black Hill, Banksia and Yurrebilla tracks. The trail meanders through eucalypt woodland teeming with wildlife, including many kangaroos and koalas. Along this hike, walkers are rewarded with excellent views back across the Adelaide Plains to the City of Adelaide, and further down to the Gulf of St Vincent. The hike starts along Moores Track, then continues along Fox Hill Track, passing Fox Dam, exiting Morialta Conservation Park onto Montacute Road. Follow Montacute Road alongside Fifth Creek, entering Black Hill Conservation Park via the Quarry Track, and continue along Black Hill Track. After a small detour to Black Hill Summit, the hike returns to Black Hill Track, continuing along the Yurrebilla Trail as it descends into Ambers Gully. The trail ends at Athelstone, near the River Torrens. There is clear signage throughout this hike, and the route is mostly along well-formed dirt tracks. There are some narrow sections with slightly rough terrain, and there are a few steep hills along the way, including a very steep downhill section at the end of the hike. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. 610 510 410 310 210 110 0 m 9 km 3 km 6 km 12 km 600 m 6x 1.2 km 1.8 km 2.4 km 3.6 km 4.2 km 4.8 km 5.4 km 6.6 km 7.2 km 7.8 km 8.4 km 9.6 km 10.2 km 10.8 km 11.4 km Class 4 of 6 Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely Quality of track Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) Gradient Very steep (4/6) Signage Clearly signposted (2/6) Infrastructure Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6) Experience Required Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6) Weather Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) Getting to the start: From Portrush Road, A17 Turn on to Payneham Road, A11 then drive for 1.8 km Keep right onto Payneham Road and drive for another 45 m Continue onto Montacute Road and drive for another 3.3 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Montacute Road and drive for another 3.1 km Keep right onto Fox Hill Track and drive for another 85 m Continue onto Chapmans Track and drive for another 1.4 km Turn left onto Moores Track and drive for another 530 m Before you start any journey ensure you; • Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are late returning • Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge to undertake this journey safely • Consider weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers Share • Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point Bushwalk.com • Are healthy and fit enough for this journey /j/BJ5TMF If not, change plans and stay safe. 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