The 3.3km loop on the south-eastern side of the reserve takes you across open plains, through forested areas and native vegetation, and is suitable for families with young children. Myponga’s 10.5km of trails weave through a diverse landscape along the southern shores of the reservoir. The grade 5 hiking trails are suitable for experienced bushwalkers with very steep and difficult hills: The 5km Forest Loop takes you back to the car park, whereas the 9km Wedgetail Trail connects with the Kidman and Heysen walking trails, and the Onkaparinga National Park and Willunga Basin Trail for a more rigorous hiking experience. The unsealed lookout trail is 1.4km return and takes you up gentle hills to a viewing platform.

Mount BoldĮxplore more than 13km of trails at Mount Bold, weaving through a pine plantation and native vegetation south of the reservoir, with sweeping views over the water. The Grade 3 trails are suitable for most ages and fitness levels with some bushwalking experience recommended.

Pack a picnic and explore these shared use trails leading to water views. From the entrance to the north west peninsula is 2.9km, or you can head to the south west peninsula (2.5km) and south peninsula (2.1km). With a range of tracks on offer, Explore on foot through a changing landscape of native bushland and plantation forests. A lookout offers visitors a sweeping view across the reservoir towards the dam wall and down the valley. More than three kilometres of paths, including a two kilometre loop trail, through native bushland and gentle rolling hills provide an exciting addition to the local green spaces for nearby residents and the local community. Get the Avenza app for Android or iPhone. Download the map to your mobile device and you can access maps and other features, even without mobile coverage. Use the free Avenza app to download reservoir reserve maps and record your GPS tracks. Lace up your runners and get walking (or running) at Little Para, South Para, Myponga, Hope Valley, Happy Valley, Mount Bold, Warren and Bundaleer reservoir reserves.

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