South Australia is a region characterized by diverse landscapes, ranging from arid outback and ancient mountain ranges to dramatic coastlines and rolling vineyard-covered hills. This varied terrain provides a foundation for several outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more. The state encompasses features like the rugged Flinders Ranges, the coastal formations of Kangaroo Island, and the picturesque Adelaide Hills. These geographical elements offer a wide array of environments for outdoor exploration.
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5.0
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3,349
riders
22.6km
01:30
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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3,209
riders
27.1km
01:46
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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215
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

150
riders
75.1km
05:16
1,410m
1,410m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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388
hikers
8.17km
02:47
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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316
hikers
8.00km
02:14
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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176
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6.13km
01:53
220m
220m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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125
hikers
3.71km
01:00
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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506
riders
55.8km
02:23
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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191
riders
42.3km
02:24
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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256
riders
51.9km
02:36
820m
820m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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289
riders
80.1km
04:10
1,320m
1,320m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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582
runners
9.75km
01:01
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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255
runners
15.2km
01:35
40m
40m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

142
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

127
runners
18.1km
01:55
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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82
riders
21.1km
02:03
420m
420m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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63
riders
33.5km
03:18
890m
890m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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71
riders
16.0km
01:24
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

62
riders
16.5km
01:30
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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34
riders
112km
07:51
1,450m
1,450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
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68.1km
05:18
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
40.7km
03:01
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
27.2km
02:02
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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South Australia offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from rugged outback to coastlines and vineyards. There are more than 1,800 routes available on komoot for these sports.
More than 111,000 visitors have explored routes in South Australia on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, based on over 4,200 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
South Australia provides extensive hiking opportunities, from short walks to long-distance trails like the 1,200km Heysen Trail. National parks across the state offer diverse environments for hikers. For more details, consult the Hiking in South Australia guide.
Yes, South Australia offers family-friendly hiking options suitable for various ages and skill levels. These trails are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for families. Specific routes can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in South Australia guide.
Easy hiking trails are available across South Australia, catering to those seeking less strenuous walks. These routes often feature gentle terrain and shorter distances. The Easy hikes in South Australia guide provides a selection of such routes.
South Australia is well-suited for road cycling, with routes through diverse landscapes including coastal paths and challenging ascents in the Adelaide Hills. The Barossa Valley and Clare Valley also offer picturesque vineyard routes. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes in South Australia guide.
Yes, South Australia features dedicated rail trails and quiet country roads suitable for cycling. These include the Riesling Trail in the Clare Valley and the Barossa Trail. For routes with minimal traffic, refer to the Traffic-free bike rides in South Australia guide.
Outdoor routes in South Australia feature diverse natural landmarks. These include the ancient landscapes of the Flinders Ranges, coastal formations like Remarkable Rocks on Kangaroo Island, and the geological wonders of the Limestone Coast. Waterfalls are also present in certain areas, detailed in the Waterfall hikes in South Australia guide.
South Australia offers numerous trails and scenic routes suitable for jogging and running. These include coastal paths, urban parks, and trails through natural landscapes. A comprehensive list of options is available in the Running Trails in South Australia guide.
Komoot offers several guides for South Australia, covering various activities and interests. These include guides for Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, Easy hikes, Waterfall hikes, Road Cycling Routes, General Cycling, City hikes, Running Trails, Traffic-free bike rides, and Hikes from bus stations.
The official tourism website for South Australia is southaustralia.com. This resource provides comprehensive information for visitors planning trips to the region.
For general information on Adelaide and South Australia, the Adelaide Visitor Information Centre can be reached by phone at 1300 588 140 (within Australia only). For inquiries related to the South Australian Tourism Commission, the number is +61 8 7133 8000.

