Langhorne Creek Discovery Trail
A Wine Trail Project has been under consideration for a number of years by the community and industry representatives. Since late 2020, Alexandrina Council has been working closely with the Langhorne Creek Grape and Wine Association (LHCGWA) to progress a project to provide infrastructure, amenity and opportunities to enable visitors and locals to experience the uniqueness and the rich history of the Langhorne Creek wine region.
The intent of the Langhorne Creek Discovery Trail is to create a fit-for-purpose trail that provides interesting, accessible and safe ways to enable visitors and locals to visit wineries, attractions, and parks by both foot and on bikes.
The project contains two major elements:
- The delivery of physical infrastructure to support the hero element of the trail, a multi-use pathway providing a way for tourists to navigate a central 2.8km stretch safely and efficiently
- The development of an outstanding tourism product that encapsulates the cellar doors, experiences, environment and history of the Langhorne Creek region.
A business case was presented to the Council at the General Council Meeting in February 2024, where draft concept plans were also endorsed for public consultation.
Council has submitted an application to the Federal Government seeking full funding for a $7.1 million project to create a shared-use walking and cycling tourism trail through Langhorne Creek. The outcome of the submission to the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program is expected in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Council also continues to collaborate with the Partnership Group on product packaging and destination marketing opportunities for the Langhorne Creek region.