Kids playing on the trail
A group of volunteers help out on the trail to create a piece.
It takes a large number of volunteers to bring the trail to life
Kids playing on the trail
KANGAROO ISLAND SCULPTURE TRAIL
A VISION BROUGHT TO LIFE
The trail was developed by the Penneshaw Progress Association and inspired by the vision of local entrepreneur John Gamble. Through Federal funding, the Kangaroo Island Council, and the unwavering commitment of the community, this once-imagined idea has become one of South Australia’s most distinctive outdoor art experiences.
KEPT THRIVING BY VOLUNTEERS
Behind the trail’s beauty lies a monstrous volunteer effort. Local residents continue to pour countless hours into maintaining and enhancing the trail — trimming vegetation, building paths, crafting stone features, installing sculptures, and planting more than 1,000 native trees and shrubs. Their energy and passion keep the trail alive and evolving, season after season.
DESIGNED AS A LIVING ARTWORK
Local artist and landscape gardener Bryon Buick designed the trail to be an artwork in itself. The path weaves through four distinct natural precincts — sand dunes, a deep ravine shaped by ancient floods, bursaria heath, and woodland. Visitors will encounter lookouts, boardwalks, a swing bridge, and handcrafted stone or timber seating created by sculptors and volunteers.
ART & NATURE IN PERFECT HARMONY
The Sculpture Trail features an ever-changing collection of sculptures and landscape art inspired by Kangaroo Island’s rugged beauty. Each piece is created from reclaimed, natural or lasting materials that harmonise with the environment, while native wildlife adds a sense of wonder along the way. Every visit offers a new perspective, a new surprise, and a deeper connection to nature and creativity.
ALWAYS EVOLVING
Since officially opening in 2018, the Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail has continued to grow and transform. New sculptures are added regularly thanks to generous donors and patrons of the trail, and seasonal changes reveal new sights and sounds with every hike. Whether you’re an art lover, nature enthusiast, or looking for a memorable outdoor activity on Kangaroo Island, this trail offers creativity, connection, and calm around every corner.
COME AND EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF
Come walk, hike, and explore one of Australia’s most remarkable sculpture trails — a true celebration of art, community, and the natural beauty of Kangaroo Island.