National Parks

Explore the National Parks of the Flinders Ranges. Visit Mount Remarkable for fantastic walking trails, it’s just three hours away from Adelaide. Be amazed by “the pound” or “wilpena” as locals and visitors alike affectionately refer to Wilpena Pound. Experience the harsh beauty and arid wildlife at the Vulkathunha - Gammon Ranges National Park.

Keep in mind that fees and conditions apply and dogs are not welcome in National Parks. For more information go to www.environment.sa.gov.au/parks/ or call the Department of Environment and Heritage’s information line on 08 8204 1910.

Flinders Ranges National Park

A trip to the Flinders is an unforgettable experience. Rugged mountain ranges, spectacular gorges, creeks lined with River Red Gums and abundant wildlife. It’sjust some of what awaits you at one of South Australia’s most popular tourist destinations.

Take to one of our walking trails, including a section of South Australia’s longest - the Heysen Trail. See Old Wilpena Station, Brachina Gorge and Aroona Valley.
The Flinders Ranges is world-renowned for Aboriginal rock art sites, ancient geological history, impressive fossils and well-preserved heritage. It is home to some of South Australia’s most fascinating natural attractions including Wilpena Pound.

Facilities include: Visitor Information Centre, ranger on site, kiosk, toilets, disabled toilets, camping sites, caravan sites, showers, public phone, picnic area, barbecue facilities, drinking water, accommodation and guided tours. Campfires allowed.

Mount Remarkable National Park

This park boasts some of the best bushwalking opportunities in South Australia. Mount Remarkable is a mosaic of diverse habitats created by the meeting of arid zone plants and animals with the species of more temperate southern regions.
A number of walking trails, including a section of the Heysen Trail, take you on the ultimate bush adventure to the heart of this pristine natural environment, and to several campgrounds that can only be accessed by foot. Another must-see location is stunning Alligator Gorge. Mount Remarkable is only a three hour drive from Adelaide, so get out there and experience it for yourself.

Facilities include: ranger on site, toilets, disabled toilets, picnic area, walking trails, barbecue facilities, drinking water, camping, caravan site, accommodation, showers. Campfires allowed.

Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National Park

Discover an arid wilderness of spectacular rugged ranges, deep gorges and fresh water springs, Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National park is a place of harsh beauty and a haven for a diversity of flora and fauna. You might see a colourful Painted Dragon, the rare Balcanoona Wattle, or a Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby. Take the scenic 4WD loop track to experience the stunning natural environment.Stay longer and enjoy the fascinating and historic cottage accommodation.

Facilities include: public phone, ranges on site, showers, accommodation, camping sites,walking trails, caravan sites. Camping allowed.