Mount Lofty Botanic Garden

Escape to Mount Lofty Botanic Garden, where spectacular views across the picturesque Piccadilly Valley provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable day in the Adelaide Hills. This stunning cool-climate garden is renowned for its sweeping landscapes, colourful gullies, and ever-changing seasonal botanical displays that offer something new to discover year-round. In spring, visitors are treated to vibrant displays of magnolias, rhododendrons and camellias bursting into bloom. Autumn transforms the Garden into a dazzling canvas of scarlet and gold foliage, creating one of South Australia's most spectacular seasonal experiences. During winter, mist drifts through the Garden with quiet beauty as daphne perfumes the air, while summer invites visitors to cool off beneath the lush canopy of Fern Gully, home to one of Australia's richest collections of ferns. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation or inspiration, the Garden's network of six walking trails caters to every visitor. Find panoramic views on the Boundary Loop, discover the native flora that once blanketed the region as you explore part of the Heysen Trail or, for a gentler experience, wander the 1km, flat Lakeside Trail. Complete your visit with a picnic beside the lake, surrounded by stunning scenery and fresh air. Perfect for families, groups and nature lovers alike, Mount Lofty Botanic Garden is a must-visit destination in every season.

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ATTRACTION
FAMILY FUN
ARTS & CULTURE
WILDLIFE IN THE WILD

Open Times
Child
Free
Address
Lampert Road, Crafers
Contact
Email botanicgardens@sa.gov.au
Phone 8222 9311

Features

Includes
Tourism Industry Council of SA
Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Carpark
Family Friendly
Lookouts
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
International
Birdwatching
Walks
Hiking
Aboriginal Culture
Family
Nature & Wildlife
Access With Assistance for the Disabled
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.