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Kuitpo ForestVisitor Information

forestrysa.com.au

Kuitpo Forest Information CentreBrookman Road, MeadowsSouth Australia 5201Office hours: 10am - 12pm (Friday - Sunday only)Phone: (08) 8391 8800 Email: recreation@forestrysa.com.auWeb: forestrysa.com.auPostal: Kuitpo Forest

Private Mail Bag 2Meadows SA 5201

Certified to Australian Forestry Standard AS 4708

Kuitpo Forest ReserveEstablished in 1898, the Kuitpo Forest Reserve was the first of a number of forest plantations in the Mount Lofty Ranges, established to ensure a sustainable timber resource for South Australia.

Today, the Kuitpo Forest Reserve covers an area of 3,600 hectares, of which 60% (2,100 hectares) is plantation.

The Kuitpo Forest Reserve is modelled as a community forest. It is managed for sustainable commercial forestry, while providing for the conservation of native flora and fauna and community use for recreation.

Native Forest ReservesKuitpo Forest Reserve contains 655 hectares of native vegetation protected for conservation. This includes three gazetted Native Forest Reserves covering 469 hectares.

These Native Forest Reserves and conservation zones are of high conservation value, containing a rich variety of trees, shrubs and ground cover species that provide significant habitat for native birds, reptiles and mammals.

Native forest areas are an important resource for scientific research and provide opportunities for activities such as nature study, bird watching and bush walking.

Pets in the ForestDogs are welcome in plantation forest areas, including campgrounds and picnic areas, provided they are kept on a lead not exceeding three metres in length.

To protect native wildlife, dogs and other pets are not permitted in Native Forest Reserves.

Please be aware fox baiting programs are undertaken periodically in Native Forest Reserves as part of regional native wildlife protection programs.

Facilities for HireBookings are required for all facilities and can be made online at forestrysa.com.au/accommodation

A minimum booking of two nights applies on weekends.

Tinjella HutLocated 2.5 km south of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre. Access from Brookman Road via Fire Gate CH23.

This restored wooden shed offers an open fireplace, solar lighting, untreated rainwater, picnic tables, 8 horse yards and a pit toilet (note: the toilet is a shared facility with campers at the Jack’s Paddock Campground).

Woodcutter’s CottageLocated 2 km south of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre with access from Brookman Road. Set within the plantation forest, this 4 room stone cottage sleeps 11 (bedding required), has solar lighting, a lounge area, kitchen with gas cooking, a wood heater, untreated rainwater, 4 horse yards and a pit toilet.

Rocky Creek HutLocated 13 km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre with access from Razorback Road via Fire Gate RC3.

Offering sleeping platforms for 5, solar lighting, a wood heater, sink, untreated rainwater and pit toilet (shared facility), this one room stone cottage is one of the few historic buildings to survive the 1983 Ash Wednesday Fires.

Horse RidingPermits and fees apply when riding horses in the forest. Purchase permits at forestrysa.com.au/horse-riding

Forests provide extensive opportunities for enjoyable riding in a relaxed environment. The network of existing fire tracks in plantation pine areas is available for riding. Horse riding is not permitted in Native Forest Reserves which have been set aside for conservation. Please avoid picnic areas and campgrounds.

Consider the forest trail code on multiple use trails as you may encounter cyclists and walkers during your ride. Using clean feed limits the chances of weeds spreading. Please remove all manure and feed upon departure.

Forest Activities & EventsMany organised competitions and events are held in Kuitpo Forest Reserve. These require the submission of an event application form (available from our website) and are approved on a case-by-case basis.

Such events may include orienteering, mountain biking, horse riding, scout and school camps and organised motorsports. Contact the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre for more information.

OrienteeringThree permanent orienteering courses have been established within Kuitpo Forest Reserve in conjunction with the Orienteering Association of South Australia.

Each course contains an Easy and Moderate level, providing a solid introduction to this popular recreational activity. Course maps are available from the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre or visit sa.orienteering.asn.au

Firewood for Household UseSeasoned hardwood (cut & split) and softwood (cut rounds) is available for purchase by the trailer load. To enquire about prices, collection times and availability, contact the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre.

Total Fire Ban and Forest ClosuresFor your safety, forest reserves are closed to the public on declared Total Fire Ban days and in areas where forest operations such as harvesting are being undertaken. Visitors must keep clear of logging operations and pay attention to all signs.

This forest is located within the Mount Lofty Ranges Fire Ban District. For CFS fire ban information phone 1300 362 361 or visit the CFS website.

Being aware of a Total Fire Ban is your responsibility.

Campfires and BarbecuesWood fires are permitted within designated fire pits from 1 May to 31 October each year. Gas fires are permitted from 1 April to 30 November.

Fire pits must be cleared of all flammable material for a distance of four metres. Fires must always be monitored and fully extinguished before departure.

It is recommended you bring your own firewood. Visitors may collect wood for campfires from the plantation forest floor only, near their campsites and picnic areas.

It is an offence to cut down or damage standing trees or plants within Kuitpo Forest Reserve.

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= Allowed during that month

= Prohibited during that month (penalties apply)

For your safety, forest reserves are closed to the public on days of declared total fire ban.

Shooting, trapping and other forms of hunting are not permitted within

forest reserves.

It is an offence to cut down or damage any living or standing vegetation, or to remove any timber from a forest reserve without a permit.

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Heysen TrailThe Heysen Trail is a 1200 km walking trail. A section of the

trail passes through the Kuitpo Forest Reserve.

Onkeeta TrailMulti-use Trail for

walkers, horse riders and cyclists.

Distance: 10 km return.

Time: allow 3.5 hours to walk the trail, less to ride.

This trail starts at Fire Gate KH3 off

Peters Creek Road.

Tinjella TrailMulti-use Trail for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.Distance: 12 km return.Time: allow 4 hours to walk the trail.This trail starts at Fire Gate KU2 off Christmas Hill Road.

Kidman TrailThe Kidman Trail is a multi-use

horse riding, cycling and walking trail that traverses 269 km. A

section of the trail passes through the Kuitpo Forest Reserve.

Forest TrailMulti-use Trail for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.Distance: 3 km return.Time: allow 1.5 hours to walk the trail.This trail starts at the Avenues picnic area on Black Nursery Road.

Chookarloo WalkShared-use Trail for walkers and cyclists.Distance: 1 km return.Time: allow 30 minutes to walk the trail.The walk starts opposite The Avenues picnic area or from the Chookarloo Campground, and links into the Heysen Trail.

Eucalypts TrailMulti-use Trail for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.Distance: 2 km return.Time: allow 1 hour to walk the trail. This trail starts at the Rocky Creek Hut on Razorback Road.

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Kuitpo Forest Reserve

For your safety, forest reserves are closed to the public on days of

declared total fire ban.

Major sealed road

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Walking track

Heysen Trail

Kidman Trail

Native forest

Pine and other softwoods

Hardwood plantation

Park or other reserve

Accommodation: Shelter or shed

Campground; Picnic area

Toilet; Fireplace

Horse yards/riding; Walking trails

Bike trails; Lookout

Winery; Carpark

Map and brochure produced for ForestrySA by flatEARTHmapping.com.auInformation correct to Aug 2018. Base map data © copyright Department of Environment and Water.

Datum GDA94, grid MGA94.

Campgrounds

BOOKINGS REQUIREDOnline booking and payment required. Please visit forestrysa.com.au/camping

Chookarloo(Campground and Picnic Area)Located 1.5 km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre with access from Brookman Road via Fire Gate CK1.

Set in mixed Eucalypt woodland, Chookarloo offers basic bush campsites, two wooden shelters, untreated rainwater, picnic tables and accessible toilets.

The picnic area is located next to the campground, and includes a shelter and several tables with access to the Chookarloo and Heysen walking trails. Camping is prohibited in the picnic areas.

Jack’s Paddock(Kidman Trail Camping Area)Located 2.5 km south of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre. Access from Christmas Hill Road via Fire Gate CH20.

The camping area is set amongst mixed Eucalypt woodland and is designed for those camping with horses. Accommodating riders of the Kidman Trail, it offers 6 campsites, 8 horse yards, untreated rainwater, picnic tables

and a pit toilet (note: the toilet is a shared facility with users of the Tinjella Hut).

Rocky Creek CampgroundLocated 13 km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre with access from Razorback Road via Fire Gate RC3.

This camping area is available exclusively to larger school and scout groups, users of the Heysen Trail and for specialised events. The area offers picnic tables and a pit toilet (shared facility), with access to an orienteering course and the Eucalypts and Heysen Trails.

Picnic Areas

The AvenuesLocated 1km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre with access from Brookman Road.

This popular picnic area is nestled amongst a small area of 1920s trial Pine and Eucalypt plantations with a pit toilet, fire pits and access to walking trails from the carpark on Black Nursery Road.

IronbarksLocated on Stagecoach Lane amongst the 1898 Ironbarks plantation which is the oldest plantation timber in the Mount Lofty Ranges. The area contains picnic tables, fire pits and easy access to the Onkeeta and Heysen Trails.

Multiple Use TrailsWalking, cycling and horse riding are all popular activities in Kuitpo Forest Reserve. The Heysen (walking) and Kidman (horse riding) Trails both pass through the Kuitpo Forest Reserve.

Within Kuitpo Forest Reserve, there are four multi-use trails and one short walking/cycling trail. For more information regarding the extensive trail network within Kuitpo Forest Reserve please refer to the map or contact the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre.

Forest Trail CodeThe forest trail and road network is used by walkers, horse riders and cyclists. To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and safety please consider:

• For your safety, avoid areas where access is restricted, including where forestry operations are in progress. Look for signs.

• Always wear a helmet when cycling and horse riding and travel at a safe speed according to your experience, track conditions and terrain.

• Consider other users. Cyclists give way to walkers and both must give way to horse riders. Courtesy is the key.

• Avoid steep, muddy or loose trails and surfaces, where the tracks you leave behind can channel rainwater and cause erosion.