Morialta Conservation Park
One of Adelaide's most popular natural escapes, Morialta Conservation Park features three main waterfalls descending through a dramatic…
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About Morialta Conservation Park
One of Adelaide's most popular natural escapes, Morialta Conservation Park features three main waterfalls descending through a dramatic sandstone gorge just 15km from the city centre. The park has an extensive network of walking trails through native bush, with rocky creek beds and diverse wildlife including yellow-tailed black cockatoos and echidnas. The First Falls, Second Falls, and Third Falls offer increasing challenge and solitude.
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One of Adelaide's most popular natural escapes, Morialta Conservation Park features three main waterfalls descending through a dramatic sandstone gorge just 15km from the city centre. The park has an extensive network of walking trails through native bush, with rocky creek beds and diverse wildlife including yellow-tailed black cockatoos and echidnas. The First Falls, Second Falls, and Third Falls offer increasing challenge and solitude.
Warnings
Getting There
Located in Rostrevor, 15km east of Adelaide CBD. Access via the Morialta Road car park off Stradbroke Road.
Nearest airport
Visitor Tips
- •Arrive early on weekends — the main car park fills fast. Combine First Falls and Second Falls for a 2-hour round trip. The Third Falls trail is the most rewarding but takes 4+ hours.
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Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- State
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Free
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Best Time
- June–September (waterfalls flow strongest in winter); avoid summer weekends
- Hours
- Open 24 hours.
Location
- Area
- Norton Summit
- Region
- Adelaide City
- State
- South Australia
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