To the north

Kangaroo Island has many walks and hikes that can be done any time of year. From a casual stroll through one of the Island’s town centres to a saunter along a sandy beach at sunset, there is plenty to entice you out of your vehicle and take in the world at a much slower pace.

Best day walk

• Billygoat Falls Walking Trail (moderate 4.2km)
• Kingscote Coastal Walk (easy 6.6km)
• Emu Bay Beach (moderate 10km)

To the south

The Bald Hill walk provides spectacular views overlooking Murray Lagoon and is an ideal spot to observe a variety of wetland birds as they feed from the lagoon below. In the distance the visitor can see the dense bush and impressive sand-dunes of the Cape Gantheaume Wilderness Protection Area to the south.

For waterbird lovers, Curley Creek Hike in Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park provides picturesque views of the island’s largest inland waterbody, Murray Lagoon. A delight when filled with migratory waders, the best views are from Bald Hill. 

Best day walks

• Timber Creek Walk (1.5km)
• Bald Hill Hike (1.5km)
• Vivonne Bay Walk (6km)
• Curly Creek Hike (moderate 10km)
• Hanson Bay Hike (moderate 18km)

To the east

The walk at Cape Willoughby Lightstation will take you into the sheltered bay of the 1853 settlement of the early lighthouse keepers, and provide some insight into the construction of the lighthouse, their routine and isolation.

Best day walks

• Prospect Hill Climb (1km)
• Chapman River Paddle (easy 4.2km)
• Cape Willoughby Lightstation Heritage Hike (easy 1.8km)
• Wallaby Track Walking Trail (moderate 3.7km)
• Ironstone Hill Hiking Trail (moderate 4km)
• Cannery Walk (moderate 4.2km)

To the west

Winter bushwalking has it all on Kangaroo Island. Invigorating treks in bracing winds straight off the Southern Ocean one day; serene cliff-top or beach walks in sunny and calm conditions the next. Even the strongest wind drops to a breeze once you enter the dense coastal mallee or forested valleys of most trails. But the stormiest days are memory making – you won’t forget an elemental immersion at exposed locations like Cape du Couedic.

Best day walks

• Cape du Couedic and Admirals Arch (2km)
• Ravine des Casoars Hike (easy 7.5km)