Explore the Myponga Reservoir reserve on this mid-range loop, which takes in the forest along the water’s edge. This is the second longest of the four named and waymarked trails in the reserve and is a real highlight of the reservoir reserve.

In late 2023 there are now four named and waymarked trails in the reserve:

• Starting from the Hansen St carpark (near town centre):
  1. Heron Loop, 2.3km loop
  2. Kestrel Loop, 8.7km return loop (can also do a shorter 4.8km version from Eatts St carpark)
• Starting from the Eatts St carpark (larger carpark):
  1. Spinebill Loop, 700m loop
  2. On this page: Lapwing Loop, 4.5km loop

This trail follows the edge of the reservoir and takes you through open plains, forested areas and native vegetation, with a couple of viewing areas along the way.

There are toilets and picnic shelters located at the Eatts St carpark where the Lapwing Loop starts from.

The trail is unsealed, and is a shared-use path for both cyclists and walkers so be mindful of other trail users.

The trail that meanders through the forest is single track.

Most of the rest of the trails are fire tracks and are more undulating hills inland.

Where to start the trails

There are two main carparks with trailheads, as well as a third pedestrian only entrance:

1. Start the Lapwing Loop here: Eatts St carpark and trailhead, located inside the park, access from the end of Eatts St. The carpark is located a further 400m drive into the park. This is the larger of the two carparks, and includes toilets and a picnic shelter.
2. Hansen St carpark and trailhead, located at the end of the short Hansen St. This is located near the centre of Myponga, opposite the brewery. This is the smaller of the two carparks. There is a picnic shelter a short walk along the trail, but no toilets.
3. Minor pedestrian entry with street parking only, located midway along Eatts St.

Reserve and trail opening hours

Dog walking not permitted

Dogs are not welcome at reservoir reserves as they can carry harmful organisms that can easily contaminate the water and present a risk to the safety of the drinking water. Assistance animals are accepted.