Mount Bold Reservoir, lake in Australia
Mount Bold Reservoir is the largest of its kind in South Australia, located about 45 minutes south of Adelaide. The area covers around 450 hectares with over 13 kilometers of trails winding through stringybark woodlands and along creeks, offering different routes for walking, running, and hiking.
The reservoir was built during the 1930s primarily to increase water supplies for the growing city of Adelaide. From 1938 to 1961, it operated a small hydro-electric plant that generated electricity from water flow.
Mount Bold Reservoir is a place where locals come to spend time outdoors and relax away from the city. The water and surrounding green landscape shape how people use this space for walking, running, and quiet reflection.
The area is open from early morning until late evening daily, though closures may occur during fire bans or maintenance. A large car park, clean toilets, picnic areas, and viewing platforms are available for visitors.
The area is home to more than 160 native animal species, including the Southern Brown Bandicoot, which visitors may spot during quiet walks along the trails. This wildlife diversity makes each visit an opportunity to observe local nature firsthand.
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