OUR SEVEN BEST
Weekend getaways
Escape to regional SA this winter and enjoy all it has to offer.
01 Hahndorf
Adelaide Hills
Stroll down the iconic main street of this town rich with German heritage and check out the many shops offering local produce, traditional sweets and even cuckoo clocks. Stop at the Hahndorf Inn for a German banquet. Visit Beerenberg Farm to stock up on tasty treats or enjoy high tea in The Farm Cafe. Further afield, take a Jurlique Farm tour to see how this global leader in skincare makes its products.
02 American River
Kangaroo Island
Discover the beauty of the Limestone Coast while based at this holiday park, nestled within the volcanic landscape between the mighty Blue Lake and smaller Valley Lake. Explore the region's walking trails, caves and world-class wineries. Kids will be entertained at the park, which has an indoor heated swimming pool and water slides.
03 Tanunda
Barossa Valley
Located along the stunning metro coastline, the West Beach holiday park has several types of accommodation, from self-contained beach houses and cosy cabins to powered sites for caravans. A massive playground, giant jumping pillow, games room, pool and water-play area will keep the littlies busy. Nearby, you'll find West Beach Adventure outdoor activity park, the Pat GC golf course and the Harbour Town shopping precinct.
04 Port Lincoln
Eyre Peninsula
South Australia's seafood capital lives up to its name with lobster, prawns and tuna on the menu. Savour oysters picked from nearby Coffin Bay or devour fish and chips and other seafood at the Fresh Fish Place factory outlet. Nature lovers will want to explore Lincoln National Park, featuring coastal trails and diverse wildlife. The breathtaking views provide an ideal environment for hiking, camping and photography.
05 Coonawarra
Limestone Coast
Mini golf anyone, or maybe a ninja playground? Port Broughton Tourist Park provides a unique coastal experience. Offering bay views, accommodation options include cabins and powered sites for caravans, RVs and tents. Don't forget the kids' bikes and scooters so they can rip it up on the park's very own pump track.
06 Wallaroo
Yorke Peninsula
A favourite among recreational fishers and families, visitors can enjoy crystal-clear blue waters and Tumby Bay's idyllic atmosphere. Stroll along the white sand, try stand-up paddle boarding or just unwind as the waves gently crash on the shore. From powered sites to three-bedroom cabins, the park offers several accommodation types.
07 Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
Flinders Ranges
Lace up your hiking boots and go bushwalking in the northern Flinders Ranges. Featuring rugged mountains, unique geological rock forms, towering peaks and waterholes, Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary is home to a range of bird life, reptiles and mammals. While hiking, keep an eye out for the endangered yellow-footed rock wallaby.
Images: SATC/Maxime Coquard, Julie Fletcher, Kate Potter.
