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Deep Creek Conservation Park

Deep Creek Conservation Park — The largest conservation park on the Fleurieu Peninsula, [Deep Creek](/au/places/sa/deep-creek) protects rugged coastal cliffs, dense…

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About Deep Creek Conservation Park

The largest conservation park on the Fleurieu Peninsula, [Deep Creek](/au/places/sa/deep-creek) protects rugged coastal cliffs, dense native mallee scrub, and dramatic valleys that drop to secluded beaches on the Southern Ocean. The park is a stronghold for southern brown bandicoots, pygmy possums, and southern hairy-nosed wombats. It is also one of the best places on the mainland to see whales from shore (June–October).

About

The largest conservation park on the Fleurieu Peninsula, [Deep Creek](/au/places/sa/deep-creek) protects rugged coastal cliffs, dense native mallee scrub, and dramatic valleys that drop to secluded beaches on the Southern Ocean. The park is a stronghold for southern brown bandicoots, pygmy possums, and southern hairy-nosed wombats. It is also one of the best places on the mainland to see whales from shore (June–October).

Warnings

Coastal Cliffs Are Unstable — Do Not Approach EdgesCarry All Water — Sources In Park Are UnreliableNo Mobile CoverageSome Tracks Are 4WD-Only

Getting There

Map of Deep Creek Conservation Park

120km south of Adelaide via Victor Harbor. Main access is via Delamere or Normanville on Fleurieu Peninsula.

Visitor Tips

  • The multi-day Deep Creek Hike (cliffs section) is one of SA's best overnight walks. Park at Tapanappa Lookout for easy cliff-top whale watching.

Quick Facts

At a Glance

The Place

Significance
State

Plan Your Visit

Entry
Paid
Duration
1–3 days
Best Time
April–October; whale watching June–October
Hours
Open 24 hours.

Highlights

Cliff-Top Whale WatchingBlowhole Beach (Remote, Beautiful)Dense Mallee Bird DiversitySouthern Brown BandicootsSea Views To Kangaroo Island

Activities

Hiking (Trig Point Trail, Coastal Hike)Whale Watching From CliffsCampingWildlife SpottingSwimming At Blowhole BeachSnorkelling

Features

Not available:Wheelchair Accessible
Not available:Dog Friendly
Not available:Pram/Stroller Friendly
Not available:Camping Available
Not available:Tours Available
Not available:Guided Walks
Not available:Swimming Allowed
Not available:Lockers Available

Facilities

Campgrounds (Basic — No Powered Sites)ToiletsFire Pits (Seasonal)Water Tanks (Limited)Walking Trail Maps

Nearby

Dump Points(3)

23.1km

Yankalilla Dump Point

Free · 23.1km

25km

Normanville Caravan Dump Point

caravan-park · 25km

29.1km

Victor Harbor Public Dump Point

Free · 29.1km