Snake Lagoon Hike

Looking for trails open after the bushfires?

5 Feb 2020: Kangaroo Island was devasted by bushfire in January 2020. Some parks and trails remain closed. View our article of 13 walking trails open post-bushfire.

Walking Trail Facts
Distance
4.2 km return
Duration
2 hours return
Suitable for
Walking, Hiking
Trail Class
Grade 3, Moderate Hike
Terrain
Flat
Park (national park, conservation park, forest, reserve)
Flinders Chase National Park
Region
Kangaroo Island
Download maps & GPS files
  1. 1 map PDF
  2. 2 GPS files
  3. 1 website link
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Photos
7 photos
Travel options
  1. Car
Snake Lagoon Hike

About the Walking Trail

Starting at Snake Lagoon, this popular trail winds through Sugar Gums and mallee before descending into the Rocky River valley. The trail crosses Rocky River and meanders along its bank to the mouth, providing spectacular views through the valley and across the Southern Ocean.

Access: Snake Lagoon is located 9 km from Flinders Chase Visitor Centre off the West Bay Road.

Downloads

Download KML/KMZ file
Download GPX file

Photos