About Anstey Hill Recreation Park
Anstey Hill Recreation Park is a 362-hectare protected bushland reserve in the Adelaide Hills face zone at Tea Tree Gully, about 16 kilometres northeast of Adelaide, South Australia. Managed by National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia, it preserves remnant woodland, seasonal wildflower displays and historic sites including the ruins of Newman's Nursery and former quarries. The park is notable for its network of walking trails, views over the Adelaide Plains and diverse native flora and fauna.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect natural bushland on steep hillsides with open woodland, seasonal creeks and wildflower displays in spring. The park contains a network of marked walking trails of varying difficulty, historic ruins of Newman's Nursery, former quarries, Ellis Waterhole and lookouts with views over the Adelaide Plains. Facilities are basic with car parks at several gates, information shelters and picnic areas. The setting is quiet and natural, suited to bushwalking, nature study, birdwatching and photography.
Key highlights
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Ruins of Newman's Nursery (established 1854) with historic plantings and stone structures
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Network of walking trails including Anstey Hill Loop and Little Quarry Loop
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Seasonal wildflower and orchid displays in spring
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