Welcome to the beautiful town perched on the shores of the American River Inlet and Pelican Lagoon. Explore the fascinating history, engaging stories, meet locals, hear about conservation successes, find out about the local seafood and wildlife and discover early explorers.Enjoy fantastic Kangaroo Island food and beverages, honour our pioneers, hear some tales of the sea, and what it takes to build a ship.
All this in an enjoyable walk in two parts. The northern section is a 7 km return walk which includes the more challenging Fish Cannery Trail, an optional extension of the township walk. The southern section is an easier 7.5 km return walk and incorporates the Independence Trail.
More Journeys / Walking Trails
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Penneshaw Town Walk
Welcome to the beautiful town of Penneshaw perched on the Dudley Peninsula overlooking Backstairs Passage.-
Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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Kingscote Town Walk
A beautiful town perched between Nepean Bay and the Bay of Shoals.-
Kingscote
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Ravine Hike
Explore the Valley of the Cassowaries, after the now extinct dwarf emu. Take a walk into the valley, and arrive at a secluded beach.-
West End
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Cape du Couedic Hike
Flinders Chase National Park is a must for any Kangaroo Island parks adventure. This vast area of wilderness features the iconic Remarkable Rocks.-
West End
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American River Town Walk
Welcome to the beautiful town perched on the shores of the American River Inlet and Pelican Lagoon. Explore the fascinating history, engaging stories, meet locals...-
American River
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Kingscote Art Trail
Wander around the town of Kingscote and look out for intriguing street art scattered throughout and often in unexpected places.-
Kingscote
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