Glenthorne National Park-Ityamaiitpinna Yarta

The 7,000-square-meter adventure playground includes three slides, a fossil dig area, and Kaurna carvings spread across the recreational space.

Major Thomas Shuldham O'Halloran settled in this area, which later served as military training grounds during World War I and a research facility after 1949.

The name Ityamaiitpinna honors a Kaurna elder, where Itya means fleshy, mai means food, itpinna refers to father of, and yarta indicates land.

During daylight saving time, visitors can access the park from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, while winter hours extend from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

The Walking with Winaityi­naityi trail features audio tales by Kaurna educator Jack Buckskin, introducing visitors to local bird species along the creek line.

Location: South Australia

Inception: May 28, 2020

Official opening: 2021

Website: https://parks.sa.gov.au/parks/glenthorne-national-park-ityamaiitpinna-yarta

GPS coordinates: -35.05306,138.54500

Latest update: November 23, 2025 08:57