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Conservation Parks & Reserves

Valley Lake Conservation Park

Valley Lake Conservation Park, Davison Dr, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia

  Respectfully explore this conservation area featuring a refuge for a wide array of endangered native flora and fauna species. Meander through the grounds, over the boardwalk areas and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature in the volcanic crater. Gold coin donation welcomed. Dogs are strictly prohibited and please stay on the designated paths. Going off-track can damage delicate native...

Telford Scrub Conservation Park

Grundys Ln, Mingbool SA 5291, Australia

Take a walk along the forest canopy boardwalk to experience the remaining native forest within Telford Scrub Conservation Park. The boardwalk is 100 metres long and just over 4 metres high and is placed amongst the branches of the trees, enabling visitors to catch a glimpse of the many birds that live there.  Interpretative signs along the walking trails highlight some of the park's features. Choose...

Penambol Conservation Park

Butterfly Walk trail head, Butterfly Walk, Caroline SA 5291, Australia

This park located on a consolidated inland dune system, is home to Caroline Sinkhole and has two scenic walks to experience; The Butterfly Walk (1km) and the Wombat Walk (4.5kms). The Conservation Park has locally significant fauna so keep an eye out, and make sure to keep wildlife wild. Dogs are not permitted. Located in District Council of Grant

Honan Mint Trail

Kangaroo Flat Rd, Glencoe SA 5291, Australia

The three trails are located within the floristically diverse Honan Native Forest Reserve, just 16kms from Mount Gambier. The trails are set within the heart of Honan Native Forest Reserve near Glencoe and range in length from 2.7kms to 5.7kms. They are designed for walkers and cyclists and are clearly marked to ensure easy navigation. Each trail is clearly marked, allowing users to access the heart...

Germein Reserve

152 Springs Rd, Port Macdonnell SA 5291, Australia

Enjoy the trails through native flora, wetland areas and the greater reserve areas. Located just outside of Port MacDonnell, this reserve provides the perfect backdrop to experience nature. A diverse and unique remnant of our natural environment, the 55ha reserve was established in 1978 and expanded in 1995. Walk along the boardwalk through native flora, wetland areas and natural regeneration. Enjoy...

Dingley Dell Conservation Park

Dingley Dell Conservation Pk, 10 Milsteads Rd, Port Macdonnell SA 5291, Australia

*Please note: Dingley Dell Conservation Park is currently closed to the public* Set in the idyllic bush setting of Dingley Dell Conservation Park, is the former home of one of Australia's famous poets, Adam Lindsay Gordon.  Dogs are not permitted.    Located in District Council of Grant

Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park

299 Piccaninnie Ponds Rd, Wye SA 5291, Australia

*Piccaninnie Ponds is currently closed, however the Conservation Park remains open* Take a walk along the beach and see the freshwater springs bubble up onto the sand. There is also a walking trail to the ponds outlet through coastal wattle and bearded heath. The walk then leads inland via boardwalks into silky tea-tree to a lookout with views of the wetland. Dogs are not permitted. Located...

Lower Glenelg National Park

13 Dry Creek Rd, Donovans SA 5291, Australia

Spend your days and nights exploring this landscape filled with bushland, limestone gorges, the Glenelg River and an estuary. Home to the Great South West Walk and the Glenelg River Canoe Trail stretching from Dartmoor to Nelson, meandering through the lower reaches of the Glenelg River. Take in the sights of towering limestone cliffs and the abundant wildlife that calls the park home. Visit the Parks...

Ewens Ponds Conservation Park

69 Ewens Ponds Rd, Eight Mile Creek SA 5291, Australia

*Ewens Ponds are closed annually for snorkelling and diving from 1 September to 30 November (inclusive). Please check the National Parks SA website for updates* This park consists of three large freshwater springs interconnected by a series of shallow channels. The greater landscape is dedicated to conservation. Explore the spring-fed underwater garden at Ewens Ponds by snorkelling through the shallow...