Published for: Thursday, 24/07/2008
Travel Guides -> Attractions -> South Australia -> Limestone Coast
Adam Lindsay Gordon Bronze Bust
Penola - Located in Church Street Penola, the Adam Lindsay Gordon bust is a bronze replica of the marble bust of Adam Lindsay Gordon in Poets Corner in Westminster Abbey, London.
The bust honours the Australian poet and Penola the place he called home for 14 years.
Adam Lindsay Gordon was author of the poetry collections Sea Spray and Smoke Drift (1867) and Bush Ballads and Galloping Rhymes (1870). He is the only Australian poet to be honoured with a bust in the Poet`s Corner of Westminster Abbey.
Penola - Alexander Cameron (1810 - 1881) known widely as the king of Penola, is remembered as being the first squatter in the district and founder of the town.
The statue is located in Church Street.
Mount Gambier - The Blue Lake at Mount Gambier in the South-East of South Australia is a unique attraction. It has formed in the vent of a recent volcano, on the side of which the City of Mount Gambier has been built. The city relies on the lake as its source of potable water. Water in the lake is exceptionally clear, the quality is very good, but it is hard due to infiltration through limestone which underlies the district. This hardness can be easily removed by household water softeners.
The colour of the... read more
Avenue Range - In the wild, emus can be difficult to see – but not at Avenue Emus, an emu farm in the centre of the Limestone Coast region of South Australia.
This is a great experience. Interact with these magnificent birds, get photos and even pat or feed one of the quieter emus. Your guides look forward to telling you all about the emu, its habits, what it eats, how it lives and what it is like to farm these fascinating creatures.
Avenue Emus does not only farm emus. Sheep and goats are also on the proper... read more
Beachport - One of the longest jetties in South Australia, Beachport Jetty reaches out into the waters of Rivoli Bay. Anglers keen to snare Salmon, Mullet, Mulloway and Whiting. Sandy beaches stretch around the bay offering surf, safe swimming and relaxing sunset strolls.
Robe - Originally an old navigational point, Beacon Hill Lookout Tower overlooks Robe.
The tower offers stunning views across the town to the ocean and bay. The new stone tower was built as part of Robe 150 Jubilee year celebrations.
Ramp access is available.
Coonawarra - We welcome you to a cellar door where you`ll feel right at home. Housed in a beautiful old country style homestead in the heart of Coonawarra, take advantage of our crackling fires in winter, or leafy picturesque gardens in summer.
You`ll want to spend time wandering around our gallery, enjoying a cheese platter from internationally known Cheese Master or a homemade wine taster`s lunch in the cosy dining room or courtyard after tasting our full range of award-winning Premium Coonawarra Wines. T... read more
Mount Gambier - The Blue Lake in Mount Gambier occupies one of the craters of the extinct volcano after which the city has been named.
Early each November, the lake`s sombre blue, which is in evidence during the winter months, mysteriously changes to an intense deep turquoise blue almost overnight. The colouring remains until late February, when it gradually changes. From late March, it returns to a distinct sombre blue colouring that remains until the following November.
The 3.6 six kilometre road and walkin... read more
Mount Gambier - This is Mount Gambier`s only public, licensed golf club. The public course has 18 holes, is a par 70 and has an Australian course rating of 68. Its length is 5638 metres and motorised buggies are available to traverse the length. Club hire and group bookings are also catered for.
The Blue Lake Golf Links now boasts a new clubhouse featuring a fully licensed restaurant Fairways On the Green, which overlooks the golf course set on the side of the Mount Gambier Crater Lakes.
Blue Lake Printworks and Blue Lake Print Gallery
Mount Gambier - The Blue Lake Print Gallery is the photographic print arm of our business, with a large range of beautifully presented Australian landscape photography ranging in subject from The Great Ocean Road to the Grampians of Victoria to the Limestone Coast of South Australia. Photographs cover a huge range of local scenery from coastal, to sunsets, rivers, mountains, waterfalls, farm and rural scenes and Australian fauna and wildlife. You are sure to find a piece to feature in any space.
At Blue Lake P... read more
Mount Gambier - The Blue Lake Rotary Lookout provides excellent views of the Blue Lake and Blue Lake Pumping Station, the entire crater area and the rich agricultural land to the south including Mount Schank and the southern coastline of the district. Tours of Pumping Station to see the Blue Lake at close proximity are available most days. The Rotary Lookout is also known as Waworong Lookout, which is the Aboriginal word of the local Booandik Tribe for Blue Lake.
Mount Gambier - Recognised as one of the best multi-purpose sporting reserves in provincial Australia, the park area of 32 hectares comprises extensive sporting facilities within a landscaped environment. With its vast areas of well-kept grass and tree-lined areas, is a popular recreational ground for family barbecues and walkers.
Facilities include football and social clubroom, two cricket ovals, netball, tennis, cycling velodrome and clubrooms, five baseball diamonds and clubrooms, two international standar... read more
Naracoorte - Located between Adelaide and Melbourne, and just 21 kilometres south of Naracoorte, is the amazing Bool Lagoon Game Reserve, one of the largest and most diverse freshwater systems in Southern Australia. The reserve is home to a wide range of wetland wildlife and provides essential drought refuge for many rare and endangered bird species. It offers ideal close observation of the many wildlife with it specially developed boardwalks and bird hides.
You can do self guided walks on many of the board... read more
Bordertown - The Bordertown Golf Club is located six kilometres north of the township and is the last fully watered 18-hole golf course before the Victorian border. The 18-hole course is gently undulating, well manicured has excellent greens and many of the fairways are santa anna couch.
It is on an idyllic setting amongst numerous gum trees, broom bush and has an abundance of bird life and kangaroos. The course is 5162 metres in length with every hole being a challenge. There are five par threes, four par... read more
Coonawarra - Bowen Estate is owned and run by the Bowen family. Established in 1972, the first vintage from Bowen Estate was in 1975. Tasting and cellar door sales facilities were opened to the public in 1977.
Our 33 hectares of vineyards are situated on beautiful Terra Rossa soil in Coonawarra. In the vineyard at Bowen Estate, all vines are individually pruned by hand to ensure each vine produces maximum quality. Hand pruning enables us to restrict the crop size, which results in wines that are fuller in b... read more
Beachport - Bowman scenic drive follows the spectacular rugged coast of the Southern Ocean. Take a leisurely walk down to sandy beaches and wander out onto rocky outcrops at the Salmon Hole and Post Office Rock.
Scuba dive, surf fish or simply ponder the mystique of nature from one of the lookouts. Good vantage points to view passing Southern Right Whales.
Please note: Dangerous undertows along these beaches. Take care.
East Wellington - Set amongst a backdrop of native trees, visitors can walk amongst the many rows of lavender, watch and listen to the many birds, wander through the herb gardens, display gardens and rosemary hedges or go for a longer walk through the native pines. See many different varieties of lavender at all different stages of flowering. The best flowering times are December and January each year.
With freshly brewed Vittoria Coffee or a cup of tea sit and relax in the cafe or wander through the shop and lo... read more
Southend - This loop walk highlights how the forces of wind and waves have shaped the limestone cliffs, sea stacks, reef platforms and vegetation along the coast. A variety of plant life can be seen, many displaying colourful flowers in season. Interpretive signs along the trail illustrate some of the interesting features to be seen.
Cape Buffon shows the effect of wind and water on layers of soft rock under harder rock with undercut cliffs and eroding edges. Notice the casts of plant roots along the clif... read more
Kingston Se - Cape Jaffa Lighthouse is one of a few lighthouses which has been successfully transferred from its rocky offshore platform serving as a guide at sea for ships, to be rebuilt in the town as a tourist attraction and an historical building on land where people are able to see for themselves what lighthouse keepers` families conditions were like.
The Cape Jaffa Lighthouse was originally located on a reef five miles off Cape Jaffa. When the lighthouse operations first began three families ran it. Tw... read more
Mount Gambier - Situated in the centre of the city this sinkhole was the original source of water for the early settlers. Famous for its roses the Cave Gardens is a great place for a picnic. Its beauty and significance can be appreciated from the viewing areas. Walk down into the cave and venture out onto the suspended viewing platforms for an awesome view into the cave.
The limestone cave directs storm water run-off from the nearby city streets down under the city where it eventually is believed to enter the ... read more
Beachport - Located in the centre of town, Centenary Park comprises of six acres of parkland surrounding a large lagoon with a bridge, barbeque areas with fixed seating, playground with slide, swings and climbing frame for the children and plenty of lawn areas to set up a cricket game or kick a football.
Mount Gambier - Walk to Centenary Tower, 190 metres above sea level for spectacular views of the lakes, the city and the beautiful countryside. Opened in 1904, the tower includes an extensive display of early photographs of the Lakes area.
The foundation stone for the tower was laid on 3 December 1900, to commemorate the 100 years since Mount Gambier was sighted and named by Lieutenant James Grant aboard HMS Lady Nelson on 3 December 2000, two plaques in the Tower car park were unveiled to commemorate the Bice... read more
Meningie - Its long, shallow, salty lagoons – stretching more than 100 kilometres - are a haven for birdlife while a narrow strip of sandhills protects the sheltered waters from the pounding surf of the Southern Ocean.
Welcome to Coorong National Park: a place where you can cruise serene backwaters or brave the elements along remote stretches of beach.
This wild part of South Australia captivated the Australian public in 1976 when Storm Boy was released, a film about a boy who befriends a pelican. These ... read more
Coonawarra - The DiGiorgio Family has left no stone unturned in their pursuit of excellence in viticulture at their Lucindale and Coonawarra vineyards in the Limestone Coast, which is highly regarded for their production of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. The family believes that you cannot make great wine from ordinary grapes. The commitment to lower yields and fruit flavours is the secret to the production of their range of wines.
The DiGiorgio family had a vision to... read more
Beachport - Durants Lookout provides spectacular views of the township of Beachport, Rivoli Bay, Beachport Conservation Park and the Southern Ocean.
Mount Gambier - One of the Limestone Coast`s fascinating cave sites. You`ll find a viewing platform there and much of Engelbrecht Cave is accessible to divers.
The Cave Divers Association has carried out some survey work of this cave and mapping of underwater passages is complete. In a visitors hut, you`ll find maps of this work superimposed on an aerial photograph of the area. There is also a video showing the divers in the western cave network.
Engelbrecht Cave was formed in Gambier Limestone by the process... read more
Port Macdonnell - Imagine snorkelling in an underwater garden teeming with aquatic life and leafy green plants. Bring your goggles, mask and flippers to Ewens Ponds, 10 kilometres east of Port MacDonnell and you can.
Ewen Ponds Conservation Park consists of three large freshwater springs, each around 10 metres deep, interconnected by a series of shallow channels.
Unlike Piccaninie Ponds Conservation Park, famous for its underwater caves, the star attraction here is its incredible visibility up to 80 metres.
Bo... read more
Glencoe - Welcome to the Glencoe Woolshed, your journey back to the era of the early Pioneer Pastoralists. The district was first settled in 1844 by two brothers, Robert and Edward Leake who came from Rosedale in Tasmania bringing with them the Saxon Merino sheep.
In 1863 the Woolshed was built and officially opened with a gala ball. This fine building has hand adzed, cathedral like arched Blackwood beams with supporting posts of pit sawn Blackwood. The roof timbers were laid on the ground and marked wi... read more
Greenrise Recreational Reserve
Penola - Visitors can enjoy 16 hectares of beautiful scenery at Greenrise Recreational Reserve to have a picnic, watch the birdlife or take a leisurely walk around the reserve. Located one kilometre south of Penola.
Hacks Lagoon Conservation Park
Naracoorte - Located midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, just 21 kilometres from Naracoorte, Bool Lagoon Game Reserve is one of the largest and most diverse freshwater systems in Southern Australia.
Teeming with birds, insects and small reptiles, this 3,010 hectare wetland is an important refuge for wildlife during drought.
Visit Bool Lagoon in the frenzy of spring to see birds such as Black Swans, Magpie Geese, Ibis and elegant Brolgas foraging for food in the water and amongst the reeds. In summer, in... read more
Mount Gambier - Haig Vineyard is south-east of the famous Blue Lake just out of Mount Gambier. The vines were planted 1982 and include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.
The grapes are grown in rich volcanic soil and harvested as late as May. Both dry and sweet styles of wine are produced and cellar door sales are welcome.
Millicent - The Hatherleigh Golf Course is a nine-hole par 27 course. Situated in natural bushland the course is well sheltered making it a relaxing destination, whilst providing challenging golf for all standards and ages.
The course can be hired by clubs and groups and is well suited to night golf too. Green fees are payable at the entrance by the honesty system. Length of the course is 1145 metres and dress code is casual.
The Hatherleigh Golf Course is an integral part of a wider sporting complex wh... read more
Padthaway - Named after the proprietor of the 19th Century Mail Coach Service, which once ran through their property, Henry`s Drive Vigneron`s is the wine operation of the Longbottom Family of Padthaway. Third generation pastoralists Mark and Kim are forging a new family tradition of fine wine making with brands such as Henry`s Drive, Parson`s Flat, Dead Letter Office and Pillar Box Red.
The Henry`s Drive Vigneron`s Cellar is situated south of Padthaway with panoramic views of the region. Wine lovers have ... read more
Coonawarra - Our Coonawarra grapes are grown on the estate, without the use of any non-sustainable chemical herbicides, insecticides or fertilisers. The finest of French oak barriques are used to mature the grapes.
Using only traditional methods and minimal handling, we strive to produce exceptional wines from superior and distinctive fruit.
Highbank Vineyards are located only on the highest banks of terra rossa soil, overlaying the cigar shaped limestone ridge of Coonawarra.
This classic blend of grapes ... read more
Coonawarra - Hollick Winery is a small family owned winery, which has gained recognition as a producer of premium quality Coonawarra table wines. Awarded the prestigious Jimmy Watson Trophy for only their third commercial vintage, and numerous other trophies and awards. The spectacular new cellar door provides views into the cellar and the winery`s museum stocks. Move upstairs for panoramic views of the famous terra rossa strip, and fine contemporary food, in the restaurant named `Upstairs at Hollick`. An ol... read more
Beachport - The Jack and Hilda Mcarthur Walk is situated in the Beachport Conservation Park approximately five kilometres north of Beachport between Lake George and the coast. Woolley Lake is a small saltwater lagoon surrounded by native trees at the southern end of the park.
A walkway has been constructed around this lake together with a lookout from which Woolley Lake, Lake George and the Woakwine Range can be viewed. A bird hide has been built beside a small freshwater hole near the car park. A walk arou... read more
Robe - Karatta Winery is a boutique winery on the Robe Penola Road, 20 kilometres from Robe. This beautiful fishing town on the southeast coast in South Australia is famous as a tourist destination for its beaches, crayfish, and various tourism entertainment events.
The maritime climate with hot days and cool nights brings a long ripening period for the grapes grown here. There is time for the grapes to develop beautiful flavours, and award winning red wines are common in this area.
80 acres of Shira... read more
Coonawarra - Katnook Estate is one of the most esteemed domains in Australia`s premier red wine district, Coonawarra.
Its vineyards, planted in prime Terra Rossa soil, span 330 hectares in the heart of this comparatively small and remote region in the southeast corner of South Australia.
From here come red wines that have contributed to Coonawarra`s international reputation and white wines with equally distinctive attributes.
Wines produced include both the Riddoch range and that named after the place i... read more
Keith - The Keith Golf Club boasts an excellent eighteen hole watered, par 73 course with an Australian course rating 70. Its 5,986 metre undulating layout and sloping greens prove to be a great test of golf. Visitors Welcome.
Wednesday is competition day for ladies, starting at 9.30am and Saturday for men and ladies starting from 11.30am.
Coonawarra - Situated in the beautiful red gum country at the northern end of Coonawarra, Suzie and Sid Kidman offer you wines of premium quality, which are only available locally.
S Kidman Wines Cellar Door Sales adds a further dimension to Coonawarra`s already excellent reputation.
Grapes grown are Cabernet Sauvignon, Rhine Riesling, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc.
Kingston National Trust Museum
Kingston Se - A comprehensive collection of every conceivable item from the past.
A short list of some of the items included in the large building located at 23 Cooke Street includes telephones, household goods, prams, Aboriginal items, typewriters, saddles, washing ringers, shop scales and much, much more.
The actual anchor belonging to the Margaret Brock, the ship that gave the name to the Margaret Brock Reef, is also on show in the museum. There is also a great deal of old records and registers which rec... read more
Kingston Se - The Kingston South East Golf Club has been located on Robe Road since 1957. The course has 18 greens with lush green fairways, 5,915 metres, Par 73 with an Australian course rating of 72. The fairways are tree lined and are gently undulating which makes for easy walking for all age groups.
A summer tournament is held on the first Sunday in January each year for both men and women. A winter tournament is held over four days in late July or early August each year.
Bar facilities are available on... read more
Penola - Come and visit the picturesque Coonawarra region and find our cellar door in the heart of Penola. A cellar door with a difference along with tasting multi award-winning wines we offer a wide range of homewares, giftwares, local produce and art exhibitions. We are the proud winner of a silver medal in the South Australian Tourism Awards 2006 - Tourism Wineries.
Kingston Se - Lacepede Seafood is situated on the foreshore `by the Jetty`, Marine Parade, Kingston.
Lacepede Seafood has been operational since 1988 in the formally SAFCOL Factory. We specialize in Southern Rock Lobster, selling either live or cooked lobster.
Live lobster holding tanks store the Southern Rock Lobster (jasus edwardsii) that are purchased daily form the local lobster fishermen.
The Factory Direct Sales Shop is open seven days a week (excluding Christmas Day) from October to May.
Fish sale... read more
Beachport - Located in Railway Terrace towards the entrance to the Beachport Conservation Park. Follow a well-defined path through natural bush land with native plants named for easy identification. At the end of this walk is Lanky`s Well, which was dug to provide water for the police horses. Lanky Kana, a member of the local Boandik tribe, was employed by the police as a tracker and part of his duties included the care of horses. He also camped by the well, hence the name.
The walk takes approximately 30 ... read more
Coonawarra - The Leconfield Winery and Cellar Door is situated amongst vineyards, four kilometres north of Penola on the main Coonawarra `Terra Rosa` strip.
Built in 1974 by Sydney Hamilton, and know owned by his nephew, Doctor Richard Hamilton, the distinctive Limestone winery building handles the production and contains the entire barrel storage for the company.
There is a small and intimate tasting room inside the winery where visitors can sample the wines while watching the winemaking team at work.
Limestone Coast Cheese Company
Lucindale - The Limestone Coast Cheese Company specialises in traditionally hand crafted gourmet cheeses. Situated in Lucindale the heart of the Limestone Coast, visitors will be able to not only experience tasting and purchasing our range of cheeses but also look through out viewing window onto the factory floor to see cheese being made. Visitors will be able to leave our Cellar Door with a range of cheeses and other regional produce to create the perfect cheese platter.
Limestone Coast Food Group Farmers Markets
Penola - The Limestone Coast Food Group Farmers Markets shares with its producers and stakeholders a commitment to providing local quality fresh produce of an affordable nature to the Limestone Coast community and beyond. The main emphasis is to help local producers sell their goods direct to the public, near the source of origin, creating benefits for them, the environments and the local community.
The selection of produce available at a Farmers Market will vary with season and location. However, you ... read more
Struan - Limestone Coast Horseriding operates at `Kerami`, a farming property located midway between Coonawarra and Naracoorte, close to the World Heritage Naracoorte Caves, in the heart of the Wrattonbully wine district. Opened in January 2001, this boutique riding centre offers lessons and pony rides in a picturesque rural setting.
Led rides and lessons are held in the park-like surrounds of the mature three acre garden and exercise yards.
Activities include:
Pony Rides - around 20 minutes, suitab... read more
Millicent - Located only one kilometre from the township of Millicent. Tour the Limestone Coast Trout Farm and see the aquaculture process from small fingerlings to fully grown fish. Feed the trout and learn about the environmental systems this farm has developed.
The Produce Shop on site stocks fresh and smoked trout products and an array of locally made produce including local cheeses and small goods, jams, honey and condiments, coffee and chocolates, olive oils and bush spices, fruit, vegetables, seaso... read more
Lucindale - Fully watered greens and fairways. Picturesque, well wooded course with bunkers at many greens and water hazards. The course is proudly maintained, with thoughtful use of light rough beside some greens instead of sand. Predominantly native shrubs of acacia and melaleuca, but also a few pines. Undulating to gentle hilly fairways. The location is elevated and exposed to any breeze. Neat dress code required.
Club House unattended outside competition times, but locker and shower facilities availabl... read more
Coonawarra - The Lynn families have been residents of the Penola Coonawarra district for over four generations, starting out as store keepers and then graduating into grazing. The property on which Majella now stands was originally owned by Frank Lynn, and bought by his nephew, George, in 1960. George and Pat Lynn kept merino`s for wool production on their farm about 10 miles away, and had always wanted some good Coonawarra country for their up and coming prime lamb enterprise. Viticulture, however, was not ... read more
Penola - The Mary MacKillop Interpretive Centre and the Woods MacKillop Schoolhouse commemorate the lives of Blessed Mary MacKillop and Father Julian Tenison Woods with displays, photographs, artefacts and history.
The schoolhouse is a heritage-listed building, which is now displayed as a schoolroom of the 1860s with living quarters at the rear. The Interpretive Centre contains the Mary MacKillop and the Julian Tenison Woods Galleries, where information on their lives is presented together with the earl... read more
Meningie Lake Albert Golf Club
Meningie - This is one of the best rural golf courses in South Australia with a fully licensed air-conditioned clubhouse available to all golfers.
Many thousands of trees line the fairways which makes Lake Albert a very picturesque and challenging course with a few undulating fairways. The course is a Par 72, and holes one to nine 2,902 metres, holes 10 to 18 2,842 with a total course length of 5,744.
The clubhouse can cater for groups by prior arrangement. Golf buggies are available for hire, bookings ... read more
Millicent National Trust Living History Museum
Millicent - The Millicent Museum is one of the State`s largest and best local museums. It captures the stories of the South East brilliantly and so many visitors are heard to exclaim: `this is the best museum we have ever seen!`
The elegance of riding in a phaeton may perhaps be spoiled by the thought of climbing aboard clad in many petticoats and a bustle. How would it feel to lie for over 100 years under the sea, or spend you day lifting heavy iron pots on to an open fire? How about ironing one of the... read more
Mount Gambier Aquatic And Mini Golf Centre
Mount Gambier - The Mount Gambier Aquatic Centre is seen as a major leisure facility for the residents of both the south-eastern corner of South Australia and the western district of Victoria.
Facilities:
Mini golf course - the 18 holes test your skill with the putter as you attempt to navigate in, around, over and under various obstacles.
Giant inflatable - try to retain your balance against the obstacles and make the length of this giant airbed that sits atop the Olympic pool (certain times).
Full-sized Ol... read more
Mount Gambier - This volcanic area is made up of three main craters containing several lakes; amongst them are Brownes Lake, Valley Lake, Leg of Mutton Lake and the world famous Blue Lake.
Mention Mount Gambier and one immediately visualises the local phenomenon – the Blue Lake. It is approximately 75 metres deep and is the only one with the inexplicable ability to change colour, as it does from November each year, reaching an intense turquoise blue until March, when it starts to return to a somber blue.
All... read more
Mount Gambier Crater Lakes Lookouts
Mount Gambier - Mount Gambier crater lakes area is serviced by a maze of roads and walking tracks, all of which lead to lookouts, providing excellent viewing and photographic opportunities.
Around the circumference of the Blue Lake are several lookouts. Just east of the entrance into Aquifer Tours, Apex Lookout provides a wonderful viewpoint and photographic opportunity.
Travelling clockwise around the Blue Lake the next stop is the Rotary Lookout, which provides excellent views of the Blue Lake and Blue Lak... read more
Mount Gambier Crater Lakes Mountain Bike Trail
Mount Gambier - Enjoy cycling through spectacular scenery set amongst Mount Gambier`s extinct volcanic crater lakes.
Starting near the water tower on Keegan Drive, the first leg of the trail is quite adventurous, riding on the narrow track between the Valley Lake and Leg of Mutton Lake craters with views each side down steep cliffs to the bottom of the craters.
Choose between the short ride from the water tower veering to the left to the Brownes Lake and Valley Lake Lookout, or just before the Lookout, veer t... read more
Mount Gambier Crater Lakes Walking Trails
Mount Gambier - An extensive range of well formed and signposted walking trails are located within the extinct volcanic crater lakes of Mount Gambier.
All provide interesting walks of discovery of the crater lakes to suit all ages and levels of fitness.
A detailed booklet on each walk is available from the Lady Nelson Visitor and Discovery Centre, Jubilee Highway East, Mount Gambier for a small charge.
Walks include: Blue Lake Circuit - three point six kilometres, time one hour, grade easy, Leg of Mutton La... read more
Mount Gambier - Situated midway between Melbourne and Adelaide on National Highway One, the course has a Par 72, 6,014 metres and has an Australian Course Rating of 71. This is highly ranked and recognised in Australia`s top 100 courses. Located just five kilometres from the centre of the city on Attamurra Road on what was once rolling sand hills, the course is undulating with many of the holes played from elevated tees. The fairways are lush and tree lined, the greens are large, challenging and very true. The ... read more
Nangwarry Forestry and Logging Museum
Nangwarry - Covering all aspects of the timber industry, this museum features a fascinating array of mill machinery and firefighting equipment from a bygone era. Reconstructing the birth of this `timber town`, displays include many historical artefacts, maps and photographs. Located within the RSL building, Krichauff Terrace.
The museum has forest harvesting machinery and equipment. Souvenir lollies and fridge magnets are for sale.
Naracoorte - The Naracoorte Art Gallery is housed in a historically significant two storey building which was both the former home of a much loved early medical practitioner and former municipal offices of the Corporation of Naracoorte.
The art gallery was established as a regional art gallery and is the home of the Naracoorte Community Art Collection. This collection is made up of more than 60 etchings by famous engraver John Goodchild, an Aboriginal print collection and various other large and small oils,... read more
Naracoorte - Located in the heart of the Limestone Coast in South Australia is this unique styled golf course, surrounded by natural bush lands, with views of the town. Our course is renowned for its lush watered fairways and greens, undulating course with bunkers.
Drop into the golf club, and experience a sandbelt style course, but with all the hospitality of a Country Club. Be welcomed by the P.G.A Professional and his staff, or enjoy a drink at our club house.
Join us for a round or compete in our wee... read more
Naracoorte Nature Park and Swimming Lake
Naracoorte - Naracoorte Nature Park, an important area of remnant native vegetation, was a Jubilee 150 project, opened by renowned naturalist Harry Butler in 1986.
The Nature Park contains many locally threatened flora species, and is home to a large number of native bird and animal species. A network of walking trails has been established, enabling visitors to experience nature up close.
Naracoorte Swimming Lake is an artificial lake situated on the bank of Naracoorte Creek on Naracoorte`s northern outsk... read more
Mount Benson - Located within the Limestone Coast Region, this boutique vineyard is a beautiful place to visit.
Norfolk Rise Vineyard is architecturally designed to be both aesthetic and practical for use by our small team. It houses some of the worlds most advanced winemaking equipment whilst maintaining a boutique, traditional feel. The purpose built site was designed to facilitate the production of premium wine in small batches, allowing for individual vineyard parcels to be kept separate to show their gre... read more
Coonawarra - Parker Coonawarra Estates have achieved an unmatched reputation both within Australia and overseas where fine wines are revered for integrity and consistently superb quality.
The Parker Estate Vineyard, situated at the southern end of Coonawarra was established in 1985 on the rich terra rossa soil over limestone of the Coonawarra and carries Cabernet Sauvignon as the predominant variety with minor planting’s of Merlot and Petit Verdot.
Each vintage a small quantity of the best fruit is selecte... read more
Coonawarra - Penley Estate was established in 1988 by Kym Tolley a direct descendant of two pioneer Australian winemaking families, Penfolds and Tolley. Since being established Penley Estate has gained a reputation for producing wines of elegance and finesse showcasing regional and varietal characteristics. Penley Estate has won 48 trophies and over 800 medals, including 145 Gold and has been described as `One of the best wineries in Coonawarra` by Australia Wine Writer, James Halliday.
Penola - A number of cycling trails are available for you to enjoy showcasing the history, heritage, food and wine, and nature of the Penola and Coonawarra region.
Rides range from historical rides, town rides, conservation rides, redgum and wine rides, a Yallum Park Victorian homestead ride along with surrounding area rides.
Penola - A great place for all skaters to enjoy this frequently used and well designed park.
The Penola Skatepark is a popular site for youth to gather and show off their skating and bike skills. So bring along your kids - and don`t forget the helmets -and watch them enjoy some wheel fun!
Penola is also home to historic Petticoat Lane and the Penola Conservation Park. For more information on this delightful town, make sure you drop in to the John Riddoch Centre, incorporating the Penola-Coonawarra Visi... read more
Penola - Wander through historic timber and stone cottages, now housing tourism and retail enterprises that retain the charm and character of yesteryear. Petticoat Lane represents the oldest residential area of Penola.
The lane`s character is enhanced by red gum kerbing, rose plantings and lavender and herb farm featuring 60 varieties of lavender.
Petticoat Lane is open daily however opening times of retail outlets may vary. Please call the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre 08 8737 2855 or W... read more
Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park
Mount Gambier - The freshwater sinkhole of Piccaninne Ponds is regarded as one of the best snorkeling and cave diving sites in Australia.
With visibility that can exceed 40 metres it offers an amazing underwater world like no other - where tiny fish dart through the water, aquatic plants grow up to six metres tall and mysterious underwater caves beckon.
The magnificent beauty of these caves is what attracts experienced divers from around the world. Formed over thousands of years, the caves have been created b... read more
Narrung - Nestled on the shore of Australia`s largest freshwater lake, Poltalloch Station is one of Australia`s most historic pastoral properties. First established in 1839, John Bowman further developed it into a large thriving sheep station, whose descendents still farm beef cattle and sheep.
The guided tour takes about 90 minutes, in which time you will see the heritage-listed farm village and museum, and gain a feeling of the working life on a historic station. Highlights include the Shearing Shed, G... read more
Beachport - A salt lake, reputedly seven times more salty than the sea and it is alleged to possess therapeutic assets. The pools depth although close to the sea does not fluctuate with the tides as its depth relies on soaks in the area.
The high salt content in the lake makes swimming very easy, as the water is extremely buoyant. A must for those wanting to relax.
Port Macdonnell and District Maritime Museum
Port Macdonnell - Port MacDonnell`s Maritime Museum packs a lot of history into a small space. It tells with gusto the story of South Australia`s southern most town and the seas around it.
Many a vessel has come to grief in the area. The shipwreck gallery tells you the story of some of these. You can see the bell and cannon from the ill-fated Admella, which foundered in 1859 with the loss of all but 24 of her 113 passengers. On a lighter note, there is a model boat that was launched at Macquarie Island in th... read more
Can't find what you're looking for here? Try a search:
