E2E15 Walks #53 Calabrinda to #56 Moralana Scenic Drive

EE15 Walk Program: Week 1 – 14th to 20th June 2026

Sun 14th June: Travel up day

 Mon 15th June: Walk #53 – Calabrinda Creek to Jarvis Hill 26.5km – This is a long but fairly fast walk, initially along vehicle tracks, then over open grazing land along the face of Yappala Range and past the historic Mt Elm school site to Jarvis Hill carpark.

Tue 16th June:  Walk #54 – Jarvis Hill to Leigh Creek Rd (Old Wonoka) 10km – One of the gems of the Trail, this ridge walk provides spectacular views and many photo opportunities. It is a short walk, but may still take up to 4 -5 hours because of the terrain and photo stops.

Wed 17th June: Rest Day – Subject to change due to weather.

Thu 18th June: Walk #55 – Leigh Creek Rd (Old Wonoka) to Mt Little Station  17km – This is a classic Flinders Ranges walk which we spend in Wonoka Creek, the site of several major floods.

Fri 19th June:  Walk #56 – Mt Little Station to Moralana Scenic Drive 32.4km – This section of the Trail follows picturesque Mernmerna Creek and Slaty Creek to the Red Range campsite. Continuing on north from the campsite is an easy and pretty walk with gentle undulations, along creek-lines and through native pine woodlands, in the shadow of Elder Range and Mt Aleck. However, the overall walk is long and cannot be shortened as there are strictly no public access entries or exits as the section is encompassed by Private Property.

Sat 20th June: Travel Home day

NOTES ON THESE WALKS:

• This is a multi day walk. Registration requires payment of the full bus fee.
• Walk Fees also apply unless you have purchased a Golden Boots.
• Accommodation and meals costs are not included.

You will need to organise your own accommodation at Hawker.

Bus travel to Hawker

Those registering are able if they wish to travel on the bus, at no extra cost, from Strathalbyn / Crafers / or Adelaide CBD up to Hawker and return. If you intend to travel on the bus from and to Adelaide PLEASE ADVISE in the “INCLUDE A NOTE” COMMENTS SECTION when Registering (Name and meeting location). You will get further details under “Event Meeting Location” when you book.

For the trip from Adelaide, the bus is capable of taking up to 20 passengers with luggage. So be early to indicate your interest.

Those traveling by bus are asked to pack all clothing, food, etc into suitcases, eskies, cardboard boxes or plastic containers, to ensure that luggage can be stacked on top of one-another without fear of it being squashed

If you choose to drive your own vehicle to Hawker, you are still required to pay the full bus fee.

Accommodation

We will be based at Hawker. You need to organise your own accommodation & meals at Hawker or nearby.

Walk Day Bus Travel

On Walking Days the bus drops us off at the walk start and collects us from the walk finish – further details can be found under “Meeting Location” when you book.

The bus will be taking us  from Hawker Caravan Park entrance to the walks each day and then returning us back to same spot. Further details will be provided after you have registered.

Social / Group Functions:

END of Walk: At the end of each walk – Bar will  be open for short period prior to bus trip back to Hawker, some basic nibbles will also be provided. (No FOOD or DRINK to be taken onto bus – so make sure you finish in the front part of the group.)

• Sunday 14th – Hawker Hotel – for those not wanting to cook after travel day
• Monday 15th – evening Hawker Caravan Park Camp Kitchen – self catering with communal bonfire
• Tuesday 16th – Adele and Caroline’s Wine Tasting followed by meal at Flinders Food Co.
• Wednesday 17th – Rest day – Afternoon lawn bowls followed by BBQ dinner at Hawker Community Sports Centre.
• Thursday 18th – Hawker Caravan Park Camp Kitchen area – Games, Bring a platter to share (Sweet or Savory)
• Friday 19th – Our longest walk so nothing planned, early starters next day will most likely be packing, Meal – best to probably self cater
• Saturday 20th – Travel home day plus for those who may be interested – Pichi Richi Railway Trip from Port Augusta to Quorn – further details in newsletter

No Dress Ups for this week

Training Walks: A week or so after registering you will be advised of TRAINING walks you may like to join as preparation for our week of walking in June. Also you can make use of Trail Walker options to improve your walking fitness.

Should you need to withdraw from any walk please advise Mark Curtis 0408 297 065  CALL or TEXT

Important information

Please carefully read the important information relating to our walk.

Walking conditions

This section of the Trail is suitable for experienced multi-day trail walkers who are physically fit. We will be walking from five to seven hours each day, along rough, rocky and at times slippery or muddy track with some steep inclines and declines. We will also be clambering along creek beds. Weather conditions may vary from quite warm to cold and wet.

Biosecurity

Please thoroughly clean your footwear, clothes, walking poles and other equipment before and after each walk to remove all seeds, dirt and other debris.

Removed seeds should be bagged and disposed of in a landfill garbage bin.

What to wear and bring each day

You must wear appropriate clothing and footwear to avoid jeopardising your safety and the safety of the group.  You will not be allowed to join the walk unless you are appropriately dressed and prepared.

Please be sure to wear/bring:

• Appropriate hiking boots/shoes and clothing including a hat and good rain gear
• Sunscreen
• Morning tea, lunch and snacks
• At least 2 litres of water
• A personal first aid kit including your regular medication, band-aids, blister packs, analgesics, anti-inflammatory medication and electrolytes
• A boot bag and spare shoes for the bus
• Face masks and hand sanitiser for the bus trips (optional)

Find out more at heysentrail.asn.au/appropriate-clothing

Cancellation & Refunds

Refunds will be given only if you cancel before registrations close on 09/06/2026 2:30 pm. To cancel your registration, log into your account and go to Manage Walk Registrations, or notify the office no later than 2.15pm on the day registrations close. Please cancel your registration as early as possible so that other people can join the walk.