Mount Lofty Botanic Garden

Mount Lofty Botanic Garden is a 97-hectare cool-climate botanic garden located on the eastern slopes of Mount Lofty in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, near Crafers. Established in 1952 and opened to the public in 1977, it is part of the Botanic Gardens of South Australia. Notable for its extensive collections of temperate plants, rhododendrons, magnolias and autumn foliage, fern gully, and landscaped lakes and woodland trails.

Visitors can explore 97 hectares of landscaped hillside with woodland trails, lakes, fern gullies and formal cool-climate plant collections including rhododendrons, magnolias, camellias and roses. The garden features winding walking paths, picnic lawns, lookouts and seasonal displays, particularly vibrant autumn foliage and spring blooms. The setting is tranquil and natural, with native and exotic trees, birdlife and valley views. Facilities are low-key and focused on walking, photography and picnicking.