Wudinna

Gawler Ranges Cultural Centre: dedicated to the exhibition of artwork with a ranges theme; Ballantyne St.

Gawler Ranges National Park This rugged national park offers fantastic gorge and rocky-outcrop scenery, spectacular when the spring wildflowers are in bloom. There are no marked trails, but highlights of drive tours include the Organ Pipes, a large and unique formation of volcanic rhyolite, the Kolay Mirica Falls and Yandinga Gorge. Some areas are accessible by 2WD, but 4WD is generally recommended. Roads may be impassable after rain. Guided tours into the ranges are offered by 2 operators: Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris (1800 243 343) and Nullarbor Traveller (1800 816 858). 40 km N.Wudinna Granite Trail: signposted 25 km tourist drive to all major rock formations in the area. Mt Polda Rock Recreation Reserve: walking trail for excellent birdwatching with views from the top of Polda Rock; 7 km NE. Mt Wudinna Recreation Reserve: the mountain is thought to be the second-largest granite outcrop in the Southern Hemisphere. At its base is a picnic area, a 30 min return interpretive walking trail, and original stone walls used as water catchments. Enjoy scenic views at the mountain's summit. On the road to the reserve look out for Turtle Rock; 10 km NE. Ucontitchie Hill: isolated and unique granite formations, similar to Kangaroo Island's Remarkable Rocks; 32 km S. Minnipa: home to the Agricultural Centre, which provides invaluable research into sustainable dryland farming. Nearby are granite formations of geological significance, including Yarwondutta Rock (2 km N), Tcharkuldu Rock (4 km E) and the wave-like formation of Pildappa Rock (15 km N); 37 km NW. Koongawa: memorial to explorer John Charles Darke; 50 km E.

Coffin Bay 160 km

When it comes to big bruisers, yellowtail kingfish are up near the top of the list. Fishing with live bait set under a balloon, you watch as the balloon starts to move across the surface of the water, a sign of nervous... Find out more

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Whyalla 199 km

Whyalla is snapper central for anglers. Every Easter the Australian Snapper Championships are based here and the top ten snapper weighed in are always over 10 kg. As you would expect with a destination where fishing is... Find out more

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Fitzgerald Bay 216 km

Snapper fishing has a language all of its own. In Queensland and NSW, anglers talk about small snapper as ‘squire’. In Victoria, small snapper are ‘pinkies’; in SA, they are known as... Find out more

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Point Lowly 217 km

The Point Lowly lighthouse marks the southern extremity of Fitzgerald Bay. Near the lighthouse is a small community of shacks. These lighthouse cottages are cared for by the Uniting Church, and are available for hire. It... Find out more

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Wallaroo 222 km

The small SA seaport of Wallaroo, north of Moonta, offers an excellent base for anglers wanting to catch big snapper, King George whiting, Australian salmon and yellowtail kingfish. Many of the reef systems are close to... Find out more

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Port Broughton 237 km

Port Broughton is a favourite destination for anglers wanting to fish from charter boats. The boat ramp in the sheltered harbour is next to a small pier complex and is popular for small fish including salmon, Tommy ruff,... Find out more

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Neptune Islands 249 km

Ever wondered where the filming was done for one of those documentaries where divers film great white sharks from the safety of underwater cages? One of the most popular areas for that sort of adventure is around South... Find out more

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Wedge Island 249 km

Wedge Island is one of a number of small islands making up the Gambier Group, about 19 nautical miles west of the southern toe of the Yorke Peninsula. Viewed from the sea it is easy to see how the island got its name... Find out more

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Mangrove walk at Berryman Crescent 158 km

The most southerly mangroves in Australia can be explored at Berryman Crescent in Tumby Bay on the east coast of the Eyre Peninsula, with an excellent boardwalk with interpretive signs.... Find out more

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Diving off the Eyre Peninsula 190 km

Port Lincoln Diving Services recommends a few in-shore dives around the south-east of the Eyre Peninsula, including Coles Point, with a reasonable chance of seeing crayfish and abalone, and the Tumby Bay jetty, with its... Find out more

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Inland aquaculture 196 km

Stuart High School Murray Cod Enterprises offers tours of an aquaculture farm in which you will see growth stages of the Murray cod. You will learn how the farm minimises dependence on mains water and how wastewater is... Find out more

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Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden 225 km

Located at Port Augusta West (at the head of Spencer Gulf) and spread over 200 hectares, this centre showcases the Australian arid landscapes and their vegetation. There are 12 kilometres of walking tracks, guided tours... Find out more

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Diving with sharks in the Neptune Islands 249 km

Although controversial in some parts of the world, cage-diving with great white sharks in the Neptune Islands – home of Australia’s largest seal colony – has a long-standing, very good reputation.... Find out more

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Waganny camping area 39 km

Pleasant woodland camping here is surrounded by dome-like granite hills to explore. Signposted access is 13 km west of Paney Homestead via the Old Paney Scenic Dr, suitable for offroad trailers and caravans; it’s a... Find out more

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Chillunie camping area 53 km

Secluded no-frills camping suitable for off-road trailers is found in the north-east of the park. Follow the sign from the LP Track, 9.8 km north of Paney Homestead. From the turn-off it’s 3.6 km west to the camp.... Find out more

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Mattera camping area 53 km

This valley, tucked away in the heart of the park, has an array of sheltered sites. Signposted access is along Mattera Track, 8.4 km north of Old Paney Scenic Dr, followed by a further 2.4 km drive west to the camping... Find out more

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Yandinga camping area 56 km

For accessible camping near the western entrance to the park, take the signposted turn-off 3.1 km north of the western end of Old Paney Scenic Dr. It’s another 600 m west to the sites; the road is suitable for... Find out more

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Kolay Hut camping area 56 km

Shaded sites in open country are found on the north-east side of the park, with the organ pipe formation of Kolay Falls close by. The hut access is 12.1 km north of Paney Homestead via the LP Track. It’s 700 m... Find out more

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Scrubby Peak camping area 59 km

The signposted turn-off to Scrubby Peak is 8.1 km north of the western end of Old Paney Scenic Dr. It’s another 900 m west to the camping area, which has a hot-water donkey shower and is suitable for off-road... Find out more

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Kododo Hill camping area 62 km

Camping in the north of the park is signposted 12.8 km north along Minnipa–Yardea Rd from the western end of Old Paney Scenic Dr. The campsite with hot-water donkey shower is 900 m north-west of this turn-off,... Find out more

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Bascombe Well camping area (bush camping) 69 km

There is bush camping for self-sufficient campers 22 km south-west of Lock, with dry-weather access only via Murdinga or Warrachie off the Tod Hwy.... Find out more

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Talia Caves camping area (bush camping) 69 km

Striking coastal cave formations here feature wave-hollowed limestone atop massive granite terraces. There’s also good rock-fishing nearby and surf beaches just to the south. Simple bush camping is offered,... Find out more

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Walkers Rocks camping area 80 km

A brilliant beachside location close to Elliston, Walkers Rocks offers great fishing and safe swimming, with the occasional surf break too. Assorted sites are set among the dunes, some with shade. At low tide,... Find out more

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Venus Bay Caravan Park 76 km

Situated in the centre of town and right on the beachfront, the park is a popular fishing spot. On a good day it is possible to land a bag limit within a couple of hundred metres of the park. Bookings are required from... Find out more

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Elliston Waterloo Bay Tourist Park 85 km

Elliston is a quiet holiday location and this is a neat and tidy park adjacent to the beach. Bookings are required in peak periods and a minimum-stay applies at Christmas and Easter.... Find out more

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Streaky Bay Foreshore Tourist Park 122 km

Located on the north-facing shallow waters of Streaky Bay, this park has numerous waterfront sites where tinnies can be launched from the beach. There are several fish-cleaning stations along the foreshore and a... Find out more

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Arno Bay Foreshore Tourist Park 141 km

Close to the water, with good facilities, this is an attractive park that would be a great holiday destination, particularly for those interested in a little fishing. Bookings are necessary for the summer and Easter... Find out more

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Cowell Foreshore Caravan Park and Holiday Units 153 km

Located on the foreshore at the end of the main street, this park is ideally situated for those who enjoy walking everywhere. Fresh Cowell oysters are on sale at reception. Bookings are required from January to April,... Find out more

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Tumby Bay Caravan Park 160 km

This is a well-presented caravan park on a protected stretch of coast. Bookings are essential during the peak periods of December, January and Easter. Pets are allowed outside school and public holidays.... Find out more

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Coffin Bay Caravan Park 175 km

Coffin Bay township is located on a beautiful shoreline and the park, at the centre of town, is just across the road from the water. Bookings are required during Christmas and Easter holidays and a minimum-stay period... Find out more

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Nuttbush Retreat Caravan Park 190 km

This park adjoins the huge Pandurra sheep and cattle station, 40 km south-west of Port Augusta on the Eyre Highway. The park has very good facilities, including a licensed bar and restaurant.... Find out more

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Port Lincoln Tourist Park 190 km

This park with nicely terraced sites is just 3 km from the centre of town in a quiet waterfront location. You can watch the fishing boats steam across Boston Bay from your van window. There are huge sites for the largest... Find out more

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Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park 194 km

Situated on the beach just 3 km from the town centre, this place has good snorkelling, swimming and fishing. The park has developed over recent years and we now recommend it as our choice in this area.... Find out more

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Baird Bay Ocean Eco Apartments 103 km

Located on the Eyre Peninsula’s north-west coast, the two rammed-earth units here were architecturally designed and are suitable for families and large groups. They are right by the sea. All water is recycled.... Find out more

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Shboo Shelly Beach Lodge 163 km

Completely wind- and solar-powered, with rainwater and greywater recycling, this beautiful and relatively new three-bedroom apartment at Mount Dutton Bay near Coffin Bay National Park (on the south-east coast of the Eyre... Find out more

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Polda Rock Park Area 7 km

T/O at Wudinna Small area located 8 kilometres north-east of town at the base of the rock. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road part unsealed. GPS: S33 01.259 E135 31.988 ... Find out more

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Mount Wudinna Park Area 11 km

T/O at Wudinna Small area located 13 kilometres north-east of town in the bush at the base of Mount Wudinna. Good facilities. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road part unsealed. GPS: S32 58.992 E135 32.774... Find out more

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Kyancutta Rest Area 12 km

At Polkdinney Park Large area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S33 07.997 E135 33.119 ... Find out more

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Goyders Line Rest Area 29 km

19 km E of Kyancutta (L) or 69 km W of Kimba (R) Large area well off the highway behind some trees. Limited shade. GPS: S33 08.784 E135 45.355  ... Find out more

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Tcharkulda Rock Camp Area 34 km

T/O at Minnipa Large area located at the base of the rock 4 kilometres east of Minnipa via Bockelberg Road. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road part unsealed. GPS: S32 50.763 E135 11.963... Find out more

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Minnipa Rest Area 36 km

West side of town Small area just off the highway. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S32 51.261 E135 09.050... Find out more

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Koongawa Rest Area 39 km

30 km E of Kyancutta (R) or 58 km W of Kimba (L) Large area just off the highway in the scrub. Good shade. GPS: S33 09.586 E135 51.978... Find out more

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Midway Rest Area 53 km

44 km E of Kyancutta (R) or 44 km W of Kimba (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S33 11.810 E135 59.986  ... Find out more

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Poochera Rest Area 69 km

West side of town Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S32 43.296 E134 50.060... Find out more

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Port Kenny Park Area 74 km

Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 10.055 E134 41.082 ... Find out more

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Walkers Rock Camp Area 80 km

T/O 8 km N of Elliston (L) or 54 km SE of Port Kenny (R) Small open campground located 3 kilometres west of the highway on the foreshore. Limited shade available at a few small secluded sites among some trees. NOTE:... Find out more

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Locks Well Park Area 87 km

T/O 150 km NW of Port Lincoln (L) or 16 km SE of Elliston (R) Very small area at the lookout 3 kilometres off the highway. NOTE: Caravans and motorhomes must not proceed past the top carpark. GPS: S33 44.563 E135... Find out more

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Kimba Rest Area 90 km

Middle of town Small area just off the highway among some large trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S33 08.511 E136 25.220  ... Find out more

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Murphy's Haystacks Park Area 91 km

T/O 24 km NW of Port Kenny (L) or 38 km SE of Streaky Bay (R) Small parking area 2 kilometres off highway on private property at a group of unusual rock formations. Limited shade. GPS: S33 00.999 E134 29.479... Find out more

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Cungena West Rest Area 92 km

23 km E of Wirrulla (R) or 24 km W of Poochera (L) Large area adjacent to the highway around a few trees. GPS: S32 33.475 E134 40.671... Find out more

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Sheringa Beach Camp Area 95 km

T/O 126 km NW of Port Lincoln (L) or 40 km SE of Elliston (R) Small secluded campground located in coastal vegetation on the foreshore, 7 kilometres west of the highway. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S33... Find out more

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Sheringa South Rest Area 97 km

118 km NW of Port Lincoln (L) or 48 km SE of Elliston (R) Small area just off the highway around a few trees. GPS: S33 54.666 E135 15.830... Find out more

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Cummings Lookout Rest Area 108 km

106 km NW of Port Lincoln (L) or 60 km SE of Elliston (R) Large area 500 metres off the highway at the lookout car park. NOTE: Caravans and motorhomes must not proceed past the car park. Access road unsealed. GPS:... Find out more

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Eyre's Water Hole Rest Area 117 km

58 km NW of Port Kenny (L) or 4 km S of Streaky Bay (R) Large area just off the highway among a few trees. Limited shade. GPS: S32 49.077 E134 14.764... Find out more

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Perlubie Beach Park Area 118 km

T/O 19 km N of Streaky Bay (L) or 90 km SE of Ceduna (R) Small foreshore parking area located 600 metres south-west of the village. GPS: S32 39.666 E134 17.709... Find out more

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Mount Hope Rest Area 118 km

92 km NW of Port Lincoln (L) or 74 km SE of Elliston (R) Small area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S34 06.850 E135 21.575  ... Find out more

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Streaky Bay Park Area 120 km

North side of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S32 47.717 E134 13.094 ... Find out more

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Lake Giles Rest Area 122 km

36 km NE of Kimba (R) or 119 km SW of Port Augusta (L) Large area well off the highway in the scrub behind the truck bay. GPS: S33 02.930 E136 46.167  ... Find out more

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Perlubie Rest Area 122 km

80 km E of Ceduna (R) or 13 km W of Wirrulla (L) Large secluded area just off the highway in the scrub. Good shade. GPS: S32 24.792 E134 24.120... Find out more

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Haslam Camp Area 132 km

T/O 40 km N of Streaky Bay (L) or 69 km S of Ceduna (R) Small camping area near the foreshore by the jetty 2 kilometres west of the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 30.622 E134 12.826... Find out more

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Lake Malata Rest Area 134 km

74 km NW of Port Lincoln (L) or 92 km SE of Elliston (R) Large area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S34 15.625 E135 25.242... Find out more

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Arno South Rest Area 138 km

18 km SW of Arno Bay (L) or 17 km NE of Port Neill (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S34 00.513 E136 25.013 ... Find out more

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Arno Bay Park Area 141 km

On the foreshore Parking area located well off the highway at the end of the main street through town. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 54.976 E136 34.399... Find out more

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Arno North Rest Area 143 km

28 km SW of Cowell (R) or 16 km NE of Arno Bay (L) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S33 49.688 E136 41.690  ... Find out more

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Port Neill Park Area 144 km

On the foreshore Large parking area well off the highway near the jetty. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S34 07.062 E136 20.940 ... Find out more

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