River Torrens – River Torrens loop from University of Adelaide

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River Torrens – River Torrens loop from University of Adelaide

Hard

5.0

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103

runners

River Torrens – River Torrens loop from University of Adelaide

02:01

19.6km

50m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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872 m

River Torrens

Highlight • River

Close to the city yet tugged away in nature, trails and bridges along the Torrens provide great serenity for running, walking and cycling.

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1.09 km

Torrens River Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

An easy walk, shared path with cyclists and you could even walk the dog. All pathways are solid. Wonderful views.

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1.47 km

University Bridge

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The University of Adelaide Footbridge was built in 1937, part of the Adelaide City Council's contribution to South Australia's Centenary in 1936. In 1971, there was a prank on Prosh …

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2.15 km

Elder Park

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Elder Park is a well-known riverside park situated on the southern bank of the River Torrens (Karrawirra Pari) in the heart of Adelaide. It’s famous for its historic rotunda, spacious …

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2.48 km

View of Adelaide Convention Centre and River Torrens

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Set along the Torrens Linear Track, this viewpoint looks across the River Torrens toward the Adelaide Convention Centre and surrounding city skyline. The modern footbridge spans the river in the …

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3.93 km

River Torrens

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River Torrens (Karrawirra Pari) is Adelaide’s central river, flowing about 85 kilometres from the Adelaide Hills through the city centre and west to the sea at Henley Beach. Lined by …

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10.1 km

River Torrens

Lake

17.1 km

Torrens Weir

Highlight • Structure

The Torrens Weir was built between 1880 and 1881 to replace an earlier wooden structure built by prison labour. To this day, this concrete weir holds back the River Torrens …

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17.2 km

Par 3 Café

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Par 3 Café is a coffee takeaway spot, with toilets and a few shaded outdoor benches. It's part of the golf course but is right on Par 3 Singletrack, so …

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19.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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