River Torrens Linear Park Trail

River Torrens Linear Park Trail

River Torrens Linear Park Trail
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Susan C
Melbourne, Australia1,535 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021
I took the 13 km walk along the River Torrens from Henley Beach South into Adelaide. It begins with the sea views at the river mouth where pelican statues overlook the area from tall wooden posts then quickly becomes rural. For this section it appears to be commonly used for horse agistment and so there are wire fences between the path and the actual river. This gives way again to more natural well-treed bushland with access to the river but housing is often quite close by and sometimes the path runs next to them too. At Hindmarsh there is an old cemetery and the area becomes industrial before entering the reserve area between North Adelaide and Adelaide itself where you can view the Torrens River Weir Gate before getting to the Adelaide Convention Centre and central Adelaide.

The path is flat and well signposted with distances between bridges being clearly set out. There are a number of reserves and playgrounds, some with toilet facilities, and community efforts have planted red gums along the river. There were no river side cafes I could find in this section, though one could diverge at Brickworks and perhaps eat there. I had a short stop at the snack bar near Par 3 at the North Adelaide Golf Course which was almost at the end but, by then, one could then eat in Adelaide itself. Of course, the linear trail continues onwards for another 17 km from Adelaide up to the Adelaide Hills but that is for another time - and I think I would start in the Hills and walk down.
Written June 29, 2021
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Aussiegirl64
Adelaide, Australia963 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2021 • Couples
This review is for Adelaide CBD from the Botanic Gardens, to the hills-end of the trail at Athelstone. It was great on a hot day as a lot of it was under shady trees. 36km return, took us about 3hrs. We're two middle-agers, and I'm not a seasoned cyclist, but we managed the trail well. On the way to the hills it's gradually but gently uphill, plus flat on some parts. On the return it's mostly downhill/ample freewheeling. We parked in a large carpark, free on Sundays, on Botanic Rd outside the Botanic Gardens (see pics) then cycled north past pines to join the trail. For the first few km the trail wasn't as well signed as later, and we ended up on sidestreets a few times by mistake - advice is, stick to trails close to the river on that bit, and cycle on the south sude if the river which seemed better signed. Nowhere to stop for coffee/food on the trail at all between Zoo & Athelstone, you'd need to peel off onto side streets for a few kms to get to something, except at Wayville (Grind). But plenty of shady picnic spots, so take some snacks or sandwiches. Just a couple of public toilets on the trail, and one at the end, but that was enough. If you do any of this with kids, there are some playgrounds.
Written February 28, 2021
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Rebecca
Adelaide, Australia2,193 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
I love how scenic and full of life this trail is. So many options with where to start, where to go, and whether to jog, cycle, walk, ride on a scooter you name it.

Watch out for tree roots lifting the ground in parts between the brickworks and findon.

West beach parkrun takes you partway up the linear path on a Saturday morning
Written January 19, 2024
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jashmawa
Sydney, Australia197 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020
Day 1 we rode from Adelaide CBD to Henley Beach 35km return. We started at Lounders Boatshed Cafe for the morning coffee and then headed west. The ride was easy, on a cylce path the whole way to Henley Beach. We rode along the beach cycle path and had lunch at the beach. Day 2 we rode from Adelaide CBD to Paradise interchange 26kms return. I was pleasantly surprised how picturesque the ride was. Beautiful grasslands surrounded the River Torrens as it wound its way along the cycle path. We had breakfast at Local Grind Cafe in Walkerville which was adjacent to the cycle path.
Written October 20, 2020
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Liisa and Dave B
Adelaide, Australia4,248 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020 • Couples
I love riding the River Torrens Linear Park Trail. I often ride along this path all the way from Henley Beach to the start of the hills near Gorge Rd. It’s so picturesque along the river. Sometimes the path can be extremely busy with pedestrians, dogs, families, cyclists which is great to see. There are multiple spots for BBQ options & few water stations along the path. There are playgrounds and fitness parks along the way too.
Written September 16, 2020
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Jonique Life
Australia1,864 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Couples
Excellent parks along the way with lovely gardens and great statues. Great running trail for your morning run, we ran past Angas and Grundy Gardens and kept on going, can’t believe this lovely trail is in the CBD. It even looks spectacular at night!

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Written May 20, 2021
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Paul S
Adelaide, Australia3,639 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2020
The Linear Park is so long it is impossible to review it all in one visit – unless you hav strong legs and a bicycle! One of our favourite sections is near the St Peter’s Billabong. We park in the car park provided at the end of Ninth Avenue, and walk down to the River. The water levels are very low just now, and we look forward to some drenching rain – in vain? However, the walk is pleasant: downstream to the ford, back up the other side to the swing bridge, and then returning to the car. I notice that the swing bridge is a hundred years old this year – if you discount the fact that it was completely replaced in 2017!! An excellent walk.
Written April 18, 2020
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Ozmatilda
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2013
Walk or borrow a free bike from BikeSA or use your own bike and travel along the Torrens Linear Park Trail from Henley Beach through the city of Adelaide to the foothills with short diversions to places to eat and great coffee at Henley Square, in the city or North Adelaide or corner of Ninth ave and Battams rd Royston Park. You can do it as one long loop or take longer and make it two loops, starting wherever it suits you along the route.
Written November 25, 2013
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FinB
Cronulla, Australia124 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2013 • Couples
Attractive park that traces the course of the River Torrens. The distance from North Terrace to Henley Beach is roughly 15km. My wife and I walked it, then took the bus from Henley Beach to Glenelg and then the Glenelg tram back to North Terrace; this took up most of the day as we had a look around Glenelg and Henley Beach.
Initially we were going to hire the free Adelaide City Council bikes (nearest pick up point from Nth Terrace is the Convention Centre) but you MUST have photo ID for EVERYONE who is going to ride and my wife forgot her license (passport will do etc), so walking it was. The path is in excellent condition and the walk is easy with no real hills to speak of but if you go the whole way, well, 15km (9.3miles for the metrically challenged), is a fair way.
There is not really a lot of shade on the walk so if it is a hot day take plenty of water, hat, sunscreen etc.
A healthy and enjoyable day out.
Written November 9, 2013
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Kerog
Melbourne, Australia433 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2012 • Couples
Any where along the river is a great place to walk. Just walk down from North Terrace through theFestival Centre and Casino and on to the lovely gardens. You can do a long walk/ride along the trail. A nice short walk is across the lawns, across the bridge near the Adelaide Oval, past the tennis courts and back over the bridge along near North terrace. Good place for children to run on the lawns and adults to stretch out and watch the passing parade. On some Sundays there is a market which sells interesting craft work. A very pleasant place right in the middle of the city. The ducks and other bird life will share any food that you have with you. There are some nice cafes behind the Festival Centre. Parking can be a problem on busy days, so it is better to walk
Written May 6, 2012
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