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Mount Lofty Botanic Garden

  • Free Activities
  • Gardens + Playgrounds

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Explore the Wonders of Mount Lofty Botanic Garden

Discover a breathtaking escape at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden, perched on the eastern slopes of Mount Lofty with panoramic views of the Piccadilly Valley. This 97-hectare Adelaide Hills treasure is alive with surprises in every season, making it the perfect destination for families who love nature and exploration.

  • Spring: Witness vibrant displays of magnolias, rhododendrons, and camellias.
  • Summer: Cool off in Fern Gully, home to one of Australia’s richest fern collections.
  • Autumn: Stroll through golden pathways surrounded by scarlet and bronze leaves.
  • Winter: Step into a Northern Hemisphere wonderland, with mist and fog creating a magical atmosphere.

The Garden offers walking trails for all ages and abilities, from the native flora of the Nature Trail to the serene Lakeside Trail, where sculptures tell important environmental stories.

End your adventure with a family picnic by the lake for a refreshing and memorable outing. Mount Lofty Botanic Garden is where nature’s beauty meets family fun!

Ideal For

  • All Ages
  • Gardens + Playgrounds

Explore Further

Local chocolatier Bracegirdle’s park their bus at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden on weekends and public holidays at certain times of the year.

They will offer a selection of their signature hot and iced chocolates plus award winning coffee, savoury and sweet treats and ice cream.

Location

Mount Lofty Botanic Garden, Lampert Road, Crafers SA, Australia

FAQs

Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs. Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked.

  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Carpark
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