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Guided Walk through Red Gum Park / Karrawirra (Park 12)
Highlights
- Explore the scenic banks of the Torrens, connecting with nature and public art in Red Gum Park.
- Wander through the first arboretum in South Australia, discovering diverse flora and significant heritage trees.
- Stroll past the memorial to Forgotten Australians, reflecting on history amidst tranquil gardens and lush landscapes.
- Enjoy a family-friendly experience with your dog on a lead, making lasting memories in a beautiful park setting.
A two-hour Guided Walk, learning about one of the best-loved parts of the Park Lands, along the banks of the Torrens, home to a variety of public art works, significant heritage trees, University facilities, many ducks, and much more. Features include the first arboretum in South Australia, the memorial to Forgotten Australians, Peace Park, Angas Gardens, Grundy Gardens and the Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden. Wear sturdy shoes for a walk of just over 2km, around two hours duration. Dogs are welcome, but on a lead, please
Itinerary highlights
The first arboretum in South Australia
Established in the 1920’s by the City Council and named after then-Councillor George McEwin. The trees pre-date the much more extensive Waite Arboretum at Urrbrae.
Grundy Gardens
The distinctively landscaped banks of the River Torrens between Albert Bridge (Frome Rd) and Adelaide Bridge (King William Rd), featuring dry stone walling.
Memorial to “Forgotten Australians”
Huge metal flowers (gazanias) installed in 2010, honouring children who suffered abuse in institutional and out-of-home care.
Peace Park
Site of a former “snake park” and “koala farm” Peace Park provides a counter-point to war memorials erected elsewhere
Angas Gardens
A State Heritage Place – a memorial to pioneer pastoralists George Fife Angas and his son John Harris Angas. Nearby, the 2012 Robert Hannaford statue of Simpson and his donkey
Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden
A tribute to the pioneer women of South Australia with a statue representing “the spirit of womanhood capable of giving birth to a nation”
Tour details
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Single Available from 25 May 2025
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
Operation information
Adelaide Park Lands Walking Tours
Guided Walks to explore little-known nooks and crannies of Adelaide’s greatest treasure: the unique open spaces of its Park Lands.
Adelaide is the only city in the world garlanded by Park Lands. In effect the city is built inside a park, and each part of the Park has its own unique features, heritage, and current usage.
Guided Walks are led by trained Tour leaders and can take between 90 minutes and two hours depending upon the location.
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