FLEURIEU PENINSULA ROUTE MAP
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS
Rugged cliff top tracks, coastline hugging trails and remote bushland on the iconic Heysen Trail – the Coastrek Fleurieu Peninsula 2026 route has it all! You’ll explore spectacular headlands and historic coastal villages, with panoramic ocean views for the entire length of the route – an ideal vantage point for whale watching!
Choose to hike one of our brand new 2026 routes! Hike 50km route from Parsons Beach, or 30km from Victor Harbor or 20km from Chiton Rocks, crossing the finish line in Goolwa, and experience the wild and wonderful Fleurieu Peninsula. The longer you hike, the more you’ll see!
Start: Chiton Rocks
Start time: From 11am
Finish: Goolwa
Duration: Up to 6 Hours
Start: Victor Harbor
Start time: From 7am
Finish: Goolwa
Duration: Up to 10 Hours
Start: Parsons Beach
Start time: From 6am
Finish: Goolwa
Duration: Up to 15 Hours
NEW!! FABULOUS 50KM
50km route - This new ultimate Fleurieu challenge begins along the iconic Heysen Trail at Parsons Beach, where trekkers are immediately immersed in wild coastal beauty. Expect narrow, undulating bush tracks and rugged terrain as you move ward Waitpinga Campground – the first key access point for support crews (3km mark). This early section is remote and raw, so settle into your rhythm and watch your footing on rocky, uneven ground.
From Waitpinga, this trail winds through the spectacular cliffs and rolling hills of Newland Head Conversation Park. With sweeping ocean views and powerful Southern Ocean swells below, this stretch is both demanding and breathtaking – classic Coastrek terrain that rewards every climb.
The coastline opens up as you approach Kings Beach (14.5km mark) where bush trail meets sand and sea. From the Kings Beach trail head, you’ll wind your way along the narrow bush trail, hugging the coastline for 2km before reaching The Bluff and Rosetta Head. This spectacular headland offers panoramic views across to Kangaroo Island around to Encounter Bay and the journey ahead.
From here, you’ll continue along the waters edge for 6km, reaching historic Victor Harbor, crossing the causeway to circle the iconic Granite island. Follow the Kaiki Trail boardwalk around dramatic granite formations, feel the salt spray on your skin and keep your eyes peeled for Southern Right Whales as they make their annual migration along the Peninsula.
Back on the mainland, the adventure continues east along the shoreline through Chiton Rocks, past clifftop views and rugged headlands. The landscape softens as you reach Middleton, where long sandy beaches and wide horizons offer a change of pace – but by now, your grit and determination are well and truly leading the way.
The final kilometers guide you toward The Cutting and the historic river port of Goolwa, where ocean meets river and your 50km journey comes to an unforgettable close.
Cross the Finish Line in Goolwa knowing you’ve conquered one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline in South Australia. 50km. Grit. Purpose. Pure Fleurieu magic!
THRILLING 30KM
30km route - This adventure begins in the heart of Victor Harbor, where the sea breeze sets the tone for an unforgettable coastal adventure. From the start line, trekkers head straight towards one of Fleurieu Peninsula's most iconic landmarks – Granite Island.
Cross the narrow causeway and circle the island along the Kaiki Trail boardwalk, weaving past dramatic granite formations shaped by centuries of wind and sea. Expect a mix of sealed paths and coastal boardwalk, with sweeping ocean views on every side. Feel the salt spray on your skin, spot native flora and fauna, and keep your eyes peeled for Southern Right Whales as they migrate along the Peninsula.
Back on the mainland, the journey continues east along the shoreline toward Chiton Rocks. This stretch delivers clifftop views, rugged headlands and the steady rhythm of the Southern Ocean beside you. At Chiton Rocks Luv Stop, take a well-earned moment to refuel and reset before pushing on.
The landscape begins to soften as you approach Middleton, where long sandy beaches and wide horizons offer a change of pace underfoot. With grit and determination leading the way, the final kilometeres guide you toward The Cutting, and the historic river port of Goolwa, where ocean meets river and the Finish Line awaits.
Cross into Goolwa knowing you’ve conquered 30km of one of South Australia’s most spectacular coastlines. You did it!
TERRIFIC 20KM
20km route - Trekkers taking on the 20km hike will start at Chiton Rocks, where rugged headlands and sweeping ocean views immediately immerse you in the wild beauty of the Fleurieu Peninsula.
From the start line, you’ll wind your way east along the coastline, following scenic seaside paths with the steady rhythm of the Southern Ocean beside you. Expect clifftop views, open stretches of shoreline and fresh sea air carrying you forward.
The landscape begins to soften as you approach Middleton, where long sandy beaches and wide horizons create a more expansive stretch underfoot. At the Middleton Luv Stop, take a well-earned moment to refuel, hydrate and reset before the final push.
With renewed energy, the closing kilometers guide you toward The Cutting and the historic river port of Goolwa, where ocean meets river and the Finish Line comes into view.
Cross into Goolwa proud of 20km conquered along one of South Australia’s most spectacular coastlines. You did it! 20km of determination and coastal magic!
Access Coastrek maps via AllTrails App
You can access the new Coastrek Fleurieu Peninsula 2026 route on your phone via the AllTrails App! First download the AllTrails App onto your phone via the App Store or Google Play, then click on the relevant Map links below to access the Coastrek route within the AllTrails App. The AllTrails App is FREE so you don't need to pay for it to acess the map, just save it as a favourite :) But if you choose to get an AllTrails+ subscription, Coastrekkers get a one month free trial - see Goodie Bag in your Dashboard once you've signed up. With an AllTrails+ subscription, you can download the Coastrek route map and training trails for offline use (recommended!).
To save the Coastrek route as a 'favourite', click on the relevant event map link below via a desktop computer and click the ribbon icon in the top left corner. Then, open up your AllTrails app on your phone and click on the 'saved' menu item on the bottom of the screen. The route will appear there!
Click HERE for some easy to follow instructions on how to access the AllTrails map.
Hard copy - Coastrek Fleurieu Peninsula Map Guide
Wanting to keep it old school? We still have a hard copy map guide available as a simpler alternative to the All Trails maps.
Map GPX Files - Coastrek Fleurieu Peninsula map GPX files
Want to download the map onto your smart watch or you have an existing map app that you'd prefer to use? This is an alternative you can download and install to your preferred device or app.
20KM MAP GPX FILE - COMING SOON
Please note: All Coastrek routes are subject to change. We attempt, at all times, to adhere to the advised route. As we are immersed in nature, however, there may sometimes be circumstances beyond our control (tides, fallen trees/branches, other safety aspects as advised by local councils) that require us to slightly alter the route. In any such cases these will be clearly marked and identified on event day.
MAP DISCLAIMER: Event distances are approximate and may vary, detour or change on event day due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, safety considerations or if Chris Hemsworth is spotted on the beach. Just kidding. Or are we?
