Ghost Mushroom Lane
Limestone CoastThe best place to find ghost mushrooms in South Australia is in Glencoe Forest near Mount Gambier. Forestry SA opens Ghost Mushroom Lane to visitors during May and June every year, and you’ll need to purchase an access pass to visit.
Swim with Giant Cuttlefish
Eyre PeninsulaEvery winter thousands of giant Australian cuttlefish congregate in SA. They are expert colour-changers and masters of camouflage, and can change shape and texture to look like rocks, sand or seaweed – a spectacular sight to see. Giant Australian cuttlefish congregate off the coast of Whyalla in South Australia, along a 10 km stretch of the Upper Spencer Gulf Marine Park. Cuttlefish numbers usually increase throughout May and peak in June and July when the breeding season is in full swing.
Park of the Month: Para Wirra Conservation Park
Adelaide HillsSouth Australia's National Parks and Wildlife Service has an awesome 'Park of the Month' program with a bunch of events every month, based in a specific park (or parks!). Events and activities for each month are not released until close to the month.
Winter Whale Fest
Fleurieu PeninsulaA month-long festival of fun and thought provoking events, celebrating the annual migration of whales to the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Adventure Trek
Murray River Lakes & CoorongDiscover the Unseen The Lavender Trail isn't just a walk in the park; it's a stroll through nature's VIP section. Prepare to be awestruck as you uncover hidden wonders and maybe a few rogue possums plotting world domination. Adventure-Trek Murray River: where even the trail has tales!
Tower Trail Run
Limestone CoastSet on the mountainside overlooking the city, and on the edge of the picturesque Valley Lakes precinct, the course winds it’s way around some of the regions most scenic locations. Taking in the sights of the Blue Lake and visiting Leg Of Mutton Lake trails, this course has you circling the craters of dormant volcanos and running into, and through, others.
Ocean Film Festival World Tour
Fleurieu PeninsulaThe Ocean Film Festival World Tour includes a unique selection of films of varying lengths and styles covering topics such as ocean adventure and exploration, the oceanic environment, marine creatures, ocean related sports, coastal cultures and ocean lovers.
Granite Island Run
Fleurieu PeninsulaJoin us to run one of South Australia’s most iconic landmarks – Granite Island at Victor Harbor. The Granite Island Run courses will challenge runners of all levels with the new causeway, tram lines, gravel trails and some short sharp climbs to negotiate, but you will be rewarded with million dollar views across our spectacular south coast.
Pichi Richi Marathon
Flinders Ranges & OutbackThe 40th Pichi Richi Marathon takes place from Port Augusta to Quorn through the majestic Pichi Richi pass.
ATR Winter Run
Adelaide HillsThe event will start and finish at the Norton Summit Primary School and runners will make their way towards Morialta Conservation Park, one of the most scenic parks in all of Adelaide!
Ultra Adelaide
Adelaide HillsUltra Adelaide tackles the Heysen Trail from Kuitpo, North through the hamlets of the Hills, to Mount Lofty and beyond through Brown Hill and Morialta before following the Torrens River down to the finish at the heart of Adelaide.
TRSA On the Trails Race 2: Mt Misery
Adelaide HillsGet ready for some epic trail near Cudlee Creek, through beautiful bushland and over decent hills. As you’re hauling your way up the “Gongshow” – so named by previous race director Claire Simms – be secure in the knowledge that you are on a character building, proper climb!
Howling Dog After Dark Trail Run
Eyre PeninsulaThe Howling Dog trail run is all about adventure, fun and trying not to get scared of the dark! Located in the beautiful foot hills of Mt Laura on some of the best trails found on Eyre Peninsula.
Rogaining State Championships
Flinders Ranges & Outback
Gravity Enduro Round 3
Gravity Enduro South Australia (GESA) is dedicated to bringing gravity enduro mountain biking to Adelaide and its surrounding areas. We like to keep things simple and fun. You can come out to vie for the top step on the podium or you can keep things more casual and have a fun day out on the bike.
Clare Valley Trail Run
ClareThe Clare Valley is one of Australia's most prominent wine regions and is an absolutely beautiful part of the world to visit. With its abundance of wineries, and local attractions, this is sure to be an amazing weekend of fun and games.
Mad Max Marathon
Flinders Ranges & OutbackIn July 2024 the second Mad Max Marathon Running Festival will be held in Broken Hill, NSW after a successful inaugural event in 2023.
Hills to Henley
AdelaideHills to Henley River Run (renamed from Greenbelt Challenge) takes advantage of sealed off-road trails through Linear Park following the River Torrens / Karrawirra Parri.
TRSA On the Trails Race 3: Mt Crawford
BarossaWelcome to the traditional lands of the northern Peramangk people known as the Tarrawata. Mount Crawford Forest is managed for sustainable wood production, while also providing for native flora and fauna conservation.
Federation Ultra Trail
Murray River Lakes & CoorongThe course traverses the southern end of the Lavender/Federation Trail from Monarto Safari Park to the riverside trail head at Sturt Reserve in Murray Bridge.