Join us for the first camp of the year at Onkaparinga National Park 🏞️🪨🌄! Spend the weekend getting to know AUMC members through hiking, climbing, swimming, and slacklining in the spectacular Onkaparinga Gorge.  Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, challenge yourself at Top Cliff with breathtaking views of the Gorge. Cool off in waterholes nearby, complete with a thrilling rope swing and a slackline set up. Explore bushwalks that lead you into the gorge and along the cliffs' tops. Our overnight campsite is equipped with a toilet and dishwashing facilities, but no drinking water so make sure you pack enough for the two days. As a Mountain Club member, you can freely hire camping gear for this trip, so don't worry if you need a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, or stove. Climbing gear will also be availible for members to rent if they wish to climb. Please note that it is snake season so closed shoes are a good idea. 

Itinerary 

Saturday

10.30am - Meet at the lawns in front of UniBar to sort out camping gear rentals and then carpool to Onkaparinga.

12.00pm - Arrive at Onkaparinga and set up camp + have lunch. 

1.30pm until Evening - Climb at Top Cliff and swim + slackline in the Gorge.

Evening - Head back to camp in evening for dinner + drinks + perhaps a night walk. 

Sunday 

9.00am - Pack up camp and head off on a hike or possibily some more climbing/swimming/slacklining. 

2.00pm - Leave Onkaparinga and head back to Adelaide with a stop at Coromandel bakery (which is one of the best bakeries in Adelaide imo) for a late lunch. 

What to bring