Upcoming shared path closure February/March 2025 - No access possible

As part of essential maintenance, the Pedler Bridge on the Coast to Vines Trail in McLaren Vale will be closed for replacement from 17 February to 3 March 2025.

What this means for you:

Full closure – No access across the bridge during this period.

Alternative routes – Trail users will need to plan an alternative route. A list of alternative recreation trails is available on Council’s website, and apps like AllTrails can assist with route planning. Confident cyclists may choose their own road routes.

Why is this happening?

The deck and handrails require replacement due to structural failures.

While we originally proposed an April-May closure, community feedback suggested winter would be less disruptive. However, winter rain increases the risk of construction delays, so the work has been scheduled for early 2025 to balance user needs and project efficiency.

What about detours?

Due to safety concerns, a formal detour will not be provided.

We encourage trail users to use alternative routes during this time.

Monitoring the bridge structure

We will install survey pins to monitor cracks in the bridge abutments. If future repairs are required, they will be managed by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, which owns the bridge's substructure.

We appreciate your patience while we complete these vital works.