Kuitpo Forest Reserve Total Fire Ban and Forest Closures Facilities for Hire

Established in 1898, the Kuitpo Forest Reserve was the
first of a number of forest plantations in the Mount Lofty
Ranges, established to ensure a sustainable timber resource
for South Australia.
Today, the Kuitpo Forest Reserve covers an area of 3,600
hectares, of which 60% (2,100 hectares) is plantation.
The Kuitpo Forest Reserve 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.
Native Forest Reserves
Kuitpo Forest Reserve contains 655 hectares of native
vegetation protected for conservation. This includes three
gazetted Native Forest Reserves covering 469 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 Forest
Dogs 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 Bookings are required for all facilities. Online bookings
declared Total Fire Ban days and in areas where forest operations can be made at www.forestrysa.com.au or enquire at
such as harvesting are being undertaken. Visitors must keep Kuitpo Forest Information Centre.
clear of logging operations and pay attention to all signs.
Tinjella Hut
For your safety, forest reserves are closed to Located 2.5 km south of the Kuitpo Forest Information
the public on days of declared total fire ban. Centre. Access from Brookman Road via Fire Gate CH23.
This restored wooden shed offers an open fireplace, solar
This forest is located within the Mount Lofty Ranges Fire Ban lighting, untreated rainwater, picnic tables, 8 horse yards
District. For CFS fire ban information phone 1300 362 361 or and a pit toilet (note: the toilet is a shared facility with
visit the CFS website. Being aware of a Total Fire Ban is your campers at the Jack’s Paddock Campground).
responsibility.
Campfires and Barbecues
Wood 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 Woodcutter’s Cottage
and ensure that the fire is fully extinguished before leaving.
Located 2 km south of the Kuitpo Forest Information
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Centre with access from Brookman Road. Set within the
Camping
plantation forest, this 4 room stone cottage sleeps 11
Fires
(bedding required), has solar lighting, a lounge area,
Gas Barbecues
= Allowed during that month kitchen with gas cooking, a wood heater, untreated
= Prohibited during that month (on the spot fines apply) rainwater, outdoor BBQ area, 4 horse yards and a pit toilet.
Rocky Creek Hut
Visitors may collect wood for campfires from the plantation
forest floor only, near their campsites and picnic areas. Located 13 km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information
Centre with access from Razorback Road via Fire Gate RC3.
It is an offence to cut down or damage standing trees or
plants. Campfires are restricted to fire places located in Offering sleeping platforms for 6, solar lighting, a wood
campgrounds, picnic areas and at huts. Please conserve wood heater, sink, untreated rainwater and pit toilet (shared
supplies by keeping fires small. facility), this one room stone cottage is one of the few
historic buildings to survive the 1983 Ash Wednesday Fires.

Shooting, trapping and other forms

of hunting are not permitted within
forest reserves.

Horse Riding
Forests 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 the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre.
Kuitpo Forest
The network of existing fire tracks in plantation pine
areas is available for riding. Horse riding is not permitted
Visitor Information
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
Kuitpo Forest Information Centre
clean feed limits the chances of weeds spreading. Please Brookman Road, Meadows
remove all manure and feed upon departure. South Australia 5201
Office hours: 10am - 12pm (Friday - Sunday only)
Forest Activities & Events Phone: (08) 8391 8800
Many organised competitions and events are held in Kuitpo Email: forestrysa@forestrysa.com.au
Forest Reserve. These require the submission of an event Web: www.forestrysa.com.au
application, which are approved on a case-by-case basis. Postal: Kuitpo Forest
Such events may include orienteering, mountain biking, Private Mail Bag 2
horse riding, scout and school camps and organised Meadows SA 5201
motorsports. Contact the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre
Certified to Australian Forestry Standard AS 4708
for more information. Shooting, trapping and other forms
of animal hunting are not permitted within forest reserves. Port
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Campgrounds and a pit toilet (note: the toilet is a shared facility with users of Multiple Use Trails
the Tinjella Hut).
PERMITS REQUIRED Walking, cycling and horse riding are all popular activities
Rocky Creek Campground in Kuitpo Forest Reserve. The Heysen (walking) and Kidman
Available from the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre.
(horse riding) Trails both pass through the Kuitpo Forest
Located 13 km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre
Chookarloo Reserve.
with access from Razorback Road via Fire Gate RC3.
(Campground and Picnic Area) Within Kuitpo Forest Reserve, there are four multi-use trails
This camping area is available exclusively to larger school and and one short walking/cycling trail. For more information
Located 1.5 km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information scout groups, users of the Heysen Trail and for specialised regarding the extensive trail network within Kuitpo Forest
Centre with access from Brookman Road via Fire Gate CK1. events. The area offers picnic tables and a pit toilet (shared Reserve please refer to the map or contact the Kuitpo
Set in mixed Eucalypt woodland, Chookarloo is the main facility), with access to an orienteering course and the Forest Information Centre.
camping area at Kuitpo Forest Reserve consisting of 23 Eucalypts and Heysen Trails.
campsites, two wooden shelters, untreated rainwater, Forest Trail Code
picnic tables and a pit toilet with access to the Chookarloo
Picnic Areas The forest trail and road network is used by walkers, horse
and Heysen walking trails. The Avenues riders and cyclists. To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and
The picnic area is located next to the campground, and safety please consider:
Located 1km north of the Kuitpo Forest Information Centre
includes a shelter and several tables. Camping is prohibited • For your safety, avoid areas where access is restricted,
with access from Brookman Road.
in the picnic areas. including where forestry operations are in progress. Look
This popular picnic area is nestled amongst a small area of for signs.
Jack’s Paddock 1920s trial Pine and Eucalypt plantations with picnic tables, a
• Always wear a helmet when cycling and horse riding and
pit toilet and access to walking trails from the carpark on Black
(Kidman Trail Camping Area) travel at a safe speed according to your experience, track
Nursery Road.
Located 2.5 km south of the Kuitpo Forest Information conditions and terrain.
Centre. Access from Christmas Hill Road via Fire Gate CH20. Ironbarks • Consider other users. Cyclists give way to walkers and
The camping area is set amongst mixed Eucalypt Located on Stage Coach Lane amongst the 1898 Ironbarks both must give way to horse riders. Courtesy is the key.
woodland and is designed for those camping with horses. plantation, which is the oldest plantation timber in the Mount • Avoid steep, muddy or loose trails and surfaces, where
Accommodating riders of the Kidman Trail, it offers 6 Lofty Ranges. The area contains picnic tables and easy access the tracks you leave behind can channel rainwater and
campsites, 8 horse yards, untreated rainwater, picnic tables to the Onkeeta and Heysen Trails. cause erosion.