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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.

www.forestrysa.com.au

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

forest reserves.

Mount Crawford Forest Information Centre

Facilities for HireBookings are required for all facilities. Online bookings can be made at www.forestrysa.com.au or enquire at Mount Crawford Forest Information Centre (MCFIC).

Old School HouseA 10.5 km drive from MCFIC with access from Springton Road via Fire Gate MR4. This historic old building is located 450 m from the gate and offers bunk style accommodation for six (bedding required), with a slow combustion heater, kitchen annex, solar lighting, toilet and untreated rainwater with nearby access to the Heysen Trail.

Youth Hostel Road (YHA)A 7.5 km drive from MCFIC, with access from Mount Road via Fire Gate BH1. This scenic, secure creekside location is 600 m from the gate with space and privacy for small to medium groups. It has a shelter, picnic table, fire pit, toilet and camping area with nearby access to the Heysen Trail.

Centennial DriveA 6 km drive from MCFIC with access from Mount Road via Fire Gate MC 4. This camping area is available primarily to larger school and scout groups, and for special events. The area offers picnic tables, pit toilet, untreated rainwater and a three-sided shelter with a fireplace. Also provides access to the Heysen and the Mount Crawford Summit Trails. This area is currently not available for online booking.

Fromms FarmA 4 km drive from MCFIC with access from Mount Road via Fire Gate DW5. Once an old dairy, this large three-sided shelter provides space for medium to large groups offering a fireplace, untreated rainwater, picnic tables and pit toilet.

Ponderosa Horse CampA 9 km drive from MCFIC with access from Starkey Road via Fire Gate DW11. This large campground is set between native and plantation pine forest and is designed for those camping with horses and riders of the Kidman Trail. It offers a small shelter, 4 horse yards, untreated rainwater, picnic tables and a pit toilet.

Cromer ShedA 7 km drive from MCFIC with access from Cricks Mill Road (Mt Pleasant Road) via Fire Gate CR3. Drive 400 m north to Fire Gate CR4. The large three-sided shelter is nestled within low, open native vegetation 200 m from the gate. Suitable for small to medium groups offering a fireplace/wood BBQ inside, solar lighting, untreated rainwater and a pit toilet.

Mount Crawford Forest Reserve (East Section)Land was first purchased for forestry at Mount Crawford in 1909. Plantings commenced in 1914 and continued to expand until the 1960s. Many of the original plantations have since been clear felled and replanted.

Today, the Mount Crawford Forest Reserve covers an area of 12,367 hectares and 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.

This brochure covers the eastern section of the reserve, which is located between the townships of Williamstown, Mount Pleasant and Forreston.

Native Forest ReservesMount Crawford Forest Reserve contains 4,440 hectares of native vegetation protected for conservation. This includes eight gazetted Native Forest Reserves covering 3,600 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, provided they are kept under direct control at all times and kept on a leash when in picnic areas or near other forest users or wildlife such as kangaroos.

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.

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

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov DecCampingFiresGas Barbecues

= Allowed during that month= Prohibited during that month (on the spot fines apply)

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 the forest from 1 May to 31 October each year. Gas fires are permitted from 1 April to 30 November.

Fireplaces should be cleared of all flammable material for a distance of 4 metres. Someone must be present at all times and ensure that the fire is fully extinguished before leaving.

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. Campfires are restricted to fire places located in campgrounds, picnic areas and at huts. Please conserve wood supplies by keeping fires small.

Horse RidingForests provide extensive opportunities for enjoyable riding in a relaxed environment. Permits and fees apply when riding horses in the forest. Daily, weekly and annual permits are available from MCFIC.

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 and EventsMany organised competitions and events are held in Mount Crawford Forest Reserve. These require the submission of an event application 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 MCFIC for more information.

OrienteeringThere is one permanent orienteering course established within Mount Crawford Forest Reserve in conjunction with the Orienteering Association of South Australia.

The course contains an Easy and Moderate level, providing a solid introduction to this popular recreational activity. Course maps are available from MCFIC.

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 MCFIC.

Mt Crawford Forest Information CentreWarren Road, Williamstown, SA 5351

Office hours: 10am - 12pm (Friday - Sunday only)

Phone: (08) 8521 1700

Email: forestrysa@forestrysa.com.au

Web: www.forestrysa.com.au

Postal: Mount Crawford Forest

Private Bag

Williamstown SA 5351

Certified to Australian Forestry Standard AS 4708

Mt Crawford Fire Lookout Tower

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Visitor Information

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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Gold was discovered at Watts Gully in 1884, followed by smaller

discoveries in Sailors, Speck, Dead Horse and Blood and Thunder

gullies. Opal, garnet and other gems have been located in the reserve. Fossicking permits are available.

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B31 Heysen TrailThe Heysen Trail is a 1200 km walking trail. A section of the trail passes through Mount Crawford Forest Reserve.

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 Mount Crawford Forest Reserve.

Mawson TrailA 900 km cycling trail from

Adelaide to Blinman. A section of the trail passes through Mount

Crawford Forest Reserve.

Mount Crawford Summit TrailDistance: 3km one way, 6km return (via dry weather creek crossing). 4.1km one way, 8.2km return (via Mount Rd bridge during wet weather).Time: allow 3 hours (dry),or 4 hours (wet).Starts at the Mount Road Trailhead carpark.

Jenkins Nature TrailFor walkers only.Distance: 1.6 km.Time: allow 1 hour.Starts at the Mount Road Trailhead carpark. Located in the Little Mount Crawford Native Forest Reserve.

Warren Tower HikeDistance: 9 km return.

Time: allow 4.5 hours to walk the trail.

This trail is located in the Warren Conservation Park and Mt Crawford Forest.

The main trailhead is located at the entrance to the Warren Conservation

Park on Watts Gully Road. The trail can also be accessed at Fire Gate CP17 off Tower Road.

Mount Pleasant Summit TrailMulti-use Trail for walkers, cyclists and horse riders consisting of three separate loop trails.Circuit 1Distance: 4.5 km, allow 2 hours to walk the trail.Circuits 1 & 2 Distance: 7 km, allow 3 hours to walk the trail.Circuits 1, 2 & 3 Distance: 11 km, allow 4.5 hours to walk the trail.Trailheads are located at the Cromer Picnic area on Cricks Mill Road and Glen Devon Road.

MT PLEASANT SUMMIT TRAIL

Barossa Walks(1 x Multi–use and 3 x Walking Trails)

These trails are part of the Barossa Walks series located on land managed by

ForestrySA and developed and maintained by the Walking Trails Support Group and

Friends of the Forests. Trail brochures based on the book “Exploring the Barossa”

are available from the Mount Crawford Forest Information Centre and other regional visitor information centres.

Multi–use TrailsDewells, Big Flat and Headquarters These three 20 km loop trails were

originally designed for horse endurance events. They are also available for

recreational walking, cycling and horse riding. Please note they are currently in the process of being upgraded and re-marked.

Contact the Mount Crawford Forest Information Centre for more details.

Time: allow 6.5 hours to walk the trails.

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Map and brochure produced for ForestrySA by flatEARTHmapping.com.auInformation correct to Jun 2016. Base map data © copyright Department of Environment,

Water and Natural Resources. Datum GDA94, grid MGA94.

LEGENDMajor sealed road

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Forest hut; Shelter or shed

Campground; Picnic area

Toilet; Fireplace or BBQ

Horse riding access; Walking trails

Bike trails; Lookout

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Golf course; Hospital

Caravan park; Point of interest

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

declared total fire ban.

JENKINSNATURE TRAIL

MT CRAWFORD SUMMIT TRAIL

Campgrounds PERMITS REQUIREDEnquire at Mount Crawford Forest Information Centre (MCFIC).

Chalks Campground and Picnic Area

A 3.5 km drive from MCFIC with access through the Chalks Road entrance. Named after one of the original foresters at Mount Crawford, this basic bush campground with 25 sites is nestled amongst red gums with picnic tables, a shelter, pit toilet, untreated rainwater and a hut with fireplace. Access to the Heysen Trail nearby.

Rocky Paddock CampgroundA 1.8 km drive from MCFIC with access through the Tower Road entrance and the Sailors Gully Picnic Area. This basic bush campground features many rocky outcrops nestled amongst an old pine plantation. There are 30 campsites, picnic tables, pit toilet and untreated rainwater.

Picnic AreasSailors Gully Picnic AreaA 3 km drive from MCFIC, this popular picnic area is situated in a stand of eucalypts adjacent a small creek with

a picnic table and fire pit. The closest toilet facility is located at the Rocky Paddock Campground. This site also provides access to the Warren Tower Hike and Heysen Trail.

Tower Picnic AreaLocated 2.4 km from MCFIC, this picnic area no longer has vehicle access but is still available for use and has two picnic tables. The closest toilet facilities are located at the Rocky Paddock and Chalks Campgrounds. Also provides access to the Warren Tower Hike and Heysen Trail.

Cromer Picnic AreaA 7 km drive from MCFIC with access from Cricks Mill Road via Fire Gate CR 3. This popular picnic area is surrounded by various hardwood and softwood plantation species, offering a small number of picnic tables and a fire pit. This site also provides access to the Mount Pleasant Summit Trail.

Heysen Trail FacilitiesThere are two overnight facilities available to walkers of the Heysen Trail in the eastern section of the Mount Crawford Forest Reserve. They include a shelter and campsite in the Scott’s area (see map grid ref. 076 517), and Rossiter’s Hut in the Pewsey Vale area. For the location of Rossiter’s Hut, please refer to map 3 in chapter 4 of the Heysen Trail Southern Guidebook.

Multiple Use TrailsWalking, cycling and horse riding are all popular activities in Mount Crawford Forest Reserve. The Heysen (walking), Mawson (cycling) and Kidman (horse riding) trails pass through the reserve.

There are four multi-use loop trails and three walking trails within the reserve. For more information regarding the extensive trail network, refer to the map or contact MCFIC.

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

• 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 left behind can channel rainwater and cause erosion.

FossickingPermits and fees apply when fossicking in the forest. Daily, weekly and annual permits are available from MCFIC.

The following guidelines apply:

• Fossicking is permitted only in the area shown on the map.

• Plants, animals and man-made or natural features must be left undisturbed.

• Do not dam, divert or pollute streams.

• Only hand operated tools such as pans, hand sluices and metal detectors are permitted.

• All holes must be kept to a minimum size and must be backfilled immediately.

• Stay clear of old mineshafts.

• Children must be supervised at all times.