Brownhill Creek Recreation Park

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Brownhill Creek Recreation Park is a serene escape nestled in the Mitcham region of South Australia. Just a short drive from Adelaide, this city park offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The park is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

One of the main attractions of Brownhill Creek Recreation Park is the picturesque Brownhill Creek, which meanders through the park, providing a scenic backdrop for picnics, leisurely strolls, and even kayaking. The park also features a network of walking trails that wind through the lush bushland, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area.

For those seeking a more active adventure, the park offers opportunities for mountain biking, with a variety of trails suitable for all skill levels. The park is also a popular spot for camping, with designated camping areas that provide a peaceful and secluded setting for overnight stays.

In addition to its natural beauty, Brownhill Creek Recreation Park also has a rich cultural and historical significance. The park is home to several heritage-listed sites, including the Brownhill Creek Weir and the Old Government Quarry, which offer a fascinating glimpse into the area's past.

Established: 15 July 1915 (109 years ago)Elevation: 522 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°59'23"S, 138°38'10"E

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Brownhill Creek Recreation Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mitcham Square Shopping Centre, First Falls, Carrick Hill, Wittunga Botanic Garden.

1.8 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Mitcham Square Shopping Centre, Adelaide
45 min walk • Mitcham Square Shopping Centre is a vibrant retail hub nestled in the heart of Adelaide, Australia. This suburban shopping oasis offers a blend of both convenience and boutique shopping experiences, catering to the everyday needs of locals and visitors alike.
2.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
First Falls, Cleland Conservation Park
75 min walk • The First Falls, a cascade waterfall on an unnamed watercourse, is located in the Mount Lofty Ranges region in the Australian state of South Australia.
0.8 miN
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Carrick Hill, Adelaide
20 min walk • Carrick Hill stands as a distinguished cultural landmark nestled within the vibrant city of Adelaide, Australia. This historic estate, complete with its original contents, offers visitors a rare glimpse into the early 20th-century life of a wealthy Australian family.
2.8 miSW
Botanical garden, Park
Wittunga Botanic Garden, Adelaide
71 min walk • The Wittunga Botanic Garden is one of three Botanic Gardens in Adelaide, South Australia administered by the Botanic Gardens of South Australia, a State Government statutory authority; the other two are the Adelaide Botanic Garden located in the inner city's parklands, and the Mount Lofty Botanic Garden.
2.7 miW
Cemetery
Centennial Park Cemetery, Adelaide
70 min walk • Centennial Park Cemetery is a large, 40.5 hectare cemetery in the southern Adelaide suburb of Pasadena, located on Goodwood Road. It is the largest cemetery in the southern suburbs and one of the largest in the Adelaide metropolitan area.
2.8 miNW
Park
Heywood Park, Adelaide
72 min walk • Heywood Park is a public park in the suburb of Unley Park in Adelaide, South Australia. It is home to the last remaining Grey Box gum trees on the Adelaide plains, some of which pre-date European settlement.
2 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Dance studio
Australian Dance Theatre, Adelaide
51 min walk • Australian Dance Theatre, known as Meryl Tankard Australian Dance Theatre 1993–1999, is a contemporary dance company based in Adelaide, South Australia, established in 1965 by Dr. Elizabeth Cameron Dalman OAM. The ADT was the first modern dance company in Australia, and drew on the techniques of Martha Graham for its inspiration.
~1740 ftN
Park
Brown Hill, Adelaide
9 min walk • Brown Hill is a hill in the Australian state of South Australia located on the western edge of the Mount Lofty Ranges, 7 kilometres southeast of the centre of Adelaide, in the suburb of Brown Hill Creek. Brown Hill rises to 312 metres above sea level.
1.5 miSE
Museum, History museum
Old Government House, Adelaide
38 min walk • Old Government House is an historic building located in Belair National Park, South Australia, and was South Australia’s first official vice-regal summer residence of the Governor of South Australia from 1860-1880, and was used by governors Richard Graves MacDonnell, Dominick Daly and William Jervois.
2.3 miN
34°57'28"S • 138°37'30"E
Fullarton Park Community Centre, Adelaide
59 min walk • Park
2.7 miW
35°0'5"S • 138°35'24"E
Pasadena Green Shopping Centre, Adelaide
70 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre