The ability to strike out on a new and diverse adventure is the very reason you have a 4WD. If you’re looking for your next 4×4 holiday destination, consider the Flinders Range in South Australia. Home to a range of 4×4 tracks, many of which are passable with a caravan, plus beautifully preserved national parks for camping. This incredible landscape spans over 400km through the southern state with numerous holiday and camping spots along the way for Aussie adventurers.
1. Attractions and Wildlife
Keep an eye out for the rock wallabies which can only be found in the Flinders Ranges. You’ll find a small colony of rock wallabies re-establishing themselves in Warren Gorge in the southern part of Flinders Ranges, and even more in the fully protected Buckaringa Sanctuary. Warren Gorge also has a beautiful camping area along the creek.
If you’re accessing the Flinders Ranges from Quorn, you’ll see evidence that this township was once the region’s railway hub. This heritage is preserved in the Pichi Richi Railway, where the steam train brings delight to children of all ages and those young at heart.
The Nuccaleena Mine Ruins are an iconic Aussie outback setting. There are plenty of bush camping opportunities, or you can loop past the site on the 4WD track. The copper mine was in operation for less than a decade from the 1850s, eventually meeting its demise from falling copper prices. The remaining ruins are a must-visit for any Australian nature & history buff.
2. National Parks
The Mount Remarkable National Park offers a range of walking trails for when you’re ready to get out of the 4WD and stretch your legs. There are also numerous mountain biking trails available for all levels of experience.
600km north of Adelaide you’ll find the Arkaroola Sanctuary, established by Reg and Griselda Sprigg. The family moved sheep from the land and culled feral goats to create a spectacular eco-conservation park. The park boasts accommodation for camping and caravanning and is home to world famous 4WD and bushwalking tracks.
3. 4×4 Tracks
Port Germain is a tranquil seaside
base for camping and fishing, leading off the Bridle Track. The Bridle Track is
an easy 4WD track that can be followed to the friendly town of Melrose in the
north.
Heading further north is the 36km self-drive 4-wheel
driving track on Worumba Station. The Worumba Experience track crests Mount
Plantagenet and passes camping sites at Willow Creek. If you’d like to explore
this area more you can stay in the accommodation at the shearer’s quarters.
Wilpena Pound is the centrepiece of the Flinders
Ranges National Park, with resort accommodation, camping sites and everything
in between. The Old Wilpena Homestead is an iconic sight, lined with majestic
red gums beside the creek. From there it’s a short walk to the Wangara Lookout.
The Flinders Ranges is full of stunning vistas
and iconic discoveries to be made, so pack up your 4WD and hit the trail.
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