Highbury Aqueduct Reserve
Highbury Aqueduct Reserve is 50 hectare area located in the City of Tea Tree Gully. The reserve has been a community park since 2013 and is popular with local residents for walking, bike riding, bird watching, gardening, exercising and conservation activities.
The reserve land is owned by the Minister for Planning and managed by the Department for Environment and Water.
Visiting the reserve
Temporary trail closures
The Aqueduct Trail is closed from the east side of Boundy Road through to Historic Drive due to tree removal works being undertaken. Further information is available here. This section of the trail will be re-opened once the tree removal areas have been remediated and made safe for public access.
We apologise for any inconvenience during this time and ask you to use an alternative route please. If you require further information, please contact the Public Land Stewardship Team via email: NPWS-AMLR-PLS@sa.gov.au
Trails
The walking trails at Highbury Aqueduct Reserve are Grade 3 shared‑use paths, suitable for both walking and cycling. Some sections are steep and uneven.
For your safety and to protect the reserve, please stay on designated trails and do not remove wood or natural materials.
Vehicle access and parking
Unauthorised vehicle access is not permitted within Highbury Aqueduct Reserve.
Visitors can park on nearby roads and streets, provided all parking restrictions are observed. Please do not park in front of reserve gates, as these must remain accessible at all times for maintenance and emergency vehicles.
Map and facilities
View the map below for details on:
- the Aqueduct Trail in dark orange
- linking trails to the Torrens Linear Park in light orange
- the nearest public toilets.
View a map of Highbury Aqueduct Reserve.
For more helpful information before you go, visit Know before you.
Get involved
Bush For Life
The Bush For Life program trains volunteers to care for bushland sites like the Highbury Aqueduct Reserve, which has a 3 hectare Bush For Life site.
The area contains a remnant patch of Blue Gum woodland and is home to over 65 indigenous plant species, providing important habitat for native animals.
To get involved, contact Bush for Life or call 08 8406 0500.
Pioneer Court Community Garden
The Pioneer Court Community Garden was established by local residents more than 20 years ago. Since then, dedicated community members have created a productive and beautiful garden featuring fruit and nut trees, vegetables and is home to over 180 plant species.
If you would like to lease a garden plot to grow your own vegetables or help manage the existing orchard, please email the group or phone 0417 816 782.
You can also visit their Facebook page to learn more.
Volunteering with rangers
Local residents interested in helping with activities such as weeding or revegetation are encouraged to get in contact the Senior Ranger for Highbury Aqueduct Reserve on 0407 610 359.
Contact
For further information about Highbury Aqueduct Reserve, please contact the Public Land Stewardship Team:
Email: NPWS-AMLR-PLS@sa.gov.au
Phone: 8336 0901.
