Best trails in Mount Remarkable National Park
Mount Remarkable National Park is named after the highest peak in the park, Mount Remarkable, which stands 960m tall. It is located not far from the city of Adelaide. The park features a diverse landscape of canyons, mountains, and bush forests, making it an ideal destination for hiking, mountain biking, and camping.
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(280)
•Moderate
•8.7 mi
•Est. 4h 33m
What better way to experience the Southern Flinders Ranges than to hike to the summit of the aptly named Mount Remarkable.
From the Melrose park entrance, this loop combines both the North and South Mount Remarkable tracks to form a varied and challenging 14km hike with a culmination at the 960m summit. Views are most notable on your way up and down, with the true summit not offering much for dramatic views. That being said, the views along the way are certainly worth the effort. Expect a...
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(227)
•Moderate
•1.8 mi
•Est. 55m
This is a beautiful hike through Mount Remarkable National Park, near Port Augusta in South Australia.
Enter the Alligator Gorge by descending a steep flight of stairs, where you'll follow a long trench of bright ochre-coloured quartzite cliffs carved by fluvial activity over millions of years. You will most certainly feel small as you wander beneath the impressive canyon walls.
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(235)
•Moderate
•5.4 mi
This is a slightly longer loop walk incorporating the highlights of Alligator Gorge and The Narrows in Mount Remarkable National Park.
Although it can be done in either direction, most will find going anti-clockwise the most enjoyable. You begin by heading up Alligator Gorge where you'll be rock hopping up through the magical canyon. At the Ring Route the path turns to fire trail where wildflowers are blooming in Spring. A gradual decline down the fire trail leads you to the final return...
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(183)
•Hard
•10.5 mi
The Hidden Gorge Hike is a spectacular and iconic loop walk in Mount Remarkable National Park south of Port Augusta in South Australia.
You can choose to complete the loop in either direction. However, most visitors find that clockwise is the best. Going clockwise allows you to knock out the uphill section first, hopefully in the cool of the morning.
Along the more comprehensive fire trail, you'll have great views from the Battery Ridge out over the Spencer Gulf. As you enter Hidden Gorge,...
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(70)
•Moderate
•5.0 mi
•Est. 2h 3m
This is a wonderful and relaxing walk along the banks of Mambray Creek to a great view over the valley and the Battery Ridge.
The walk follows steady terrain along the river and then a steep climb at the end that goes up a fire trail to the Sugar Gum Lookout. The walk is mostly easy terrain and has lots of wildlife spotting opportunities.
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(61)
•Moderate
•1.5 mi
•Est. 43m
This is a good family-friendly walk near the Mambray Creek Campground area of Mount Remarkable National Park.
The track follows a gentle gradient with some short sections of rocky terrain. Along the loop you'll be treated to great views over the Alligator Basin and across the Spencer Gulf to Whyalla.
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(33)
•Moderate
•8.1 mi
•Est. 4h 23m
Awesome hike up Mount Remarkable, not too far from Port Augusta, South Australia. The trail starts and ends at the trailhead near Melrose Campground, where several other tracks can also be accessed.
The trail up to the summit is long and slow with a steady gradient winding around the side of the mountain. The terrain is varied from lush green carpet, rocky hillsides with broken slate, low-lying bushland and expansive dry eucalypt forest.
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(34)
•Moderate
•8.9 mi
•Est. 3h 27m
This return option of the greater Hidden Gorge Hike is a shorter option for those looking to maximise their time in the Alligator Creek gorge.
Beginning from the Mambray Creek campground and car park it follows the Mambray Valley before turning up into the Alligator Creek drainage. This route begins its return from the Hidden Campsite, but visitors can continue on to complete either the Hidden Gorge Hike loop or connect all the way to Alligator Gorge in the northern section of the park.
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(22)
•Moderate
•3.7 mi
•Est. 1h 45m
A great little hike through Mount Remarkable National Park, located in South Australia, not too far south of Port Augusta. Beginning from the parking area off Alligator Gorge Road, this trail turns around where the trail ascends out of the gorge and doubles back on itself, instead of continuing along the exposed Ring Road.
Back at the bottom of the car parks stairs, either climb to return to the start or continue along The Narrows. The gorge offers lovely scenery and is protected from wind...
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(33)
•Hard
•17.0 mi
•Est. 6h 51m
This route can also be done as a point-to-point if you leave a car or get picked up at the Alligator Gorge car park and picnic area.
As a return walk, you can arrange for an overnight stay at the Alligator Gorge area. The track can be rocky through sections of the gorge so having proper footwear is a must. Visit in spring for a dazzling display of wildflowers along the trail.
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Where is the best place to hike in Mount Remarkable National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Mount Remarkable National Park is Mount Remarkable Summit Loop, which has a 4.4 star rating from 280 reviews. This trail is 8.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,955 ft.
What is the longest trail in Mount Remarkable National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mount Remarkable National Park is Mambray Creek to Alligator Gorge Hike. This trail is estimated to be 17.0 mi long.
How many trails are in Mount Remarkable National Park?
There are 21 trails in Mount Remarkable National Park. These trails have an average 4.5-star rating from 1,341 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Remarkable National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Mount Remarkable National Park has you covered. Black Range Trek to Mount Remarkable Summit boasts the most elevation gain with 4,268 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Heysen Trail: Melrose to Stony Creek, which will get you 3,907 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Mount Remarkable National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 10 camping trails in Mount Remarkable National Park and the most popular is Hidden Gorge Track with an average 4.7 star rating from 183 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Mount Remarkable National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Mount Remarkable National Park and the most popular is Mambray Valley Hike to Sugar Gum Lookout with an average 4.4 star rating from 70 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Mount Remarkable National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Mount Remarkable National Park and the most popular is Monitor Loop with an average 4.4 star rating from 22 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mount Remarkable National Park?
Yes, there are 10 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mount Remarkable National Park, including Mount Remarkable Summit Loop, Hidden Gorge Track, Mount Remarkable Northern Summit Hike, Mambray Creek to Alligator Gorge Hike, and Heysen Trail: Melrose to Stony Creek.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Remarkable National Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Remarkable National Park, including Mount Remarkable Summit Loop, Alligator Gorge Narrows Hike, Alligator Gorge and Ring Route, Mambray Valley Hike to Sugar Gum Lookout, and Mount Remarkable Northern Summit Hike.
Are there any trails with huts in Mount Remarkable National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with huts in Mount Remarkable National Park, including Mambray Valley Hike to Sugar Gum Lookout, Heysen Trail: Melrose to Stony Creek, Black Range Trek to Mount Remarkable Summit, and Kingfisher Flat via Sugargum Dam.