St Kilda Mangrove Trail and Interpretive Centre

Located in St Kilda, South Australia, the St Kilda Mangrove Trail and Interpretive Centre offers visitors an adventurous recreational experience.

The reserve features an elevated walkway that takes visitors through tidal salt marshes, mangroves, and sea grass channels, leading to a lookout with scenic views across the Barker Inlet. The trail is open daily from 9 am to 4 pm, with free entry. Visitors must acquire an Access Gate Key from the kiosk near the Adventure Playground and leave a $20 key deposit.

The main attractions of the St Kilda Mangrove Trail and Interpretive Centre are the flooded mangrove forest on the elevated walkway, tidal salt marshes, mangroves, and sea grass channels. The lookout at the end of the walkway offers magnificent scenic views. The interpretive centre provides an opportunity to learn about the local flora and fauna.

The best time to visit is during the cooler months of the year, between March and November, when the weather is mild and pleasant. It is advisable to check with the Tackle and Tucker kiosk about any closures due to repair work.

To reach the St Kilda Mangrove Trail, visitors can start at Mangrove Street in southern St Kilda. It is a 30-minute drive from Adelaide, and transportation options include hiring a taxi, self-driving, or using public transportation such as buses or trains.