Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary — A private wilderness sanctuary in the northern [Flinders Ranges](/au/places/sa/flinders-ranges) protecting one of Australia's most…
Natural Landmark in South Australia
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About Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
A private wilderness sanctuary in the northern [Flinders Ranges](/au/places/sa/flinders-ranges) protecting one of Australia's most spectacular arid mountain landscapes, renowned for its rugged geology, rare yellow-footed rock-wallabies, and some of the darkest skies in the Southern Hemisphere. The Ridgetop Tour — a 4WD track to Sillers Lookout — is one of Australia's most hair-raising scenic drives. [The sanctuary](/au/national-parks/nsw/the-sanctuary) also contains Paralana Hot Springs, Australia's last naturally occurring geothermal springs.
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A private wilderness sanctuary in the northern [Flinders Ranges](/au/places/sa/flinders-ranges) protecting one of Australia's most spectacular arid mountain landscapes, renowned for its rugged geology, rare yellow-footed rock-wallabies, and some of the darkest skies in the Southern Hemisphere. The Ridgetop Tour — a 4WD track to Sillers Lookout — is one of Australia's most hair-raising scenic drives. [The sanctuary](/au/national-parks/nsw/the-sanctuary) also contains Paralana Hot Springs, Australia's last naturally occurring geothermal springs.
Warnings
Getting There
620km north of Adelaide via Port Augusta, Leigh Creek, and Copley. Last fuel at Copley — 80km from sanctuary. Road is sealed to Copley, then gravel.
Visitor Tips
- •The Ridgetop Tour is worth every cent — book it the morning after arrival when the light is best. Stay 3 nights to do justice to the landscape.
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Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- State
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Paid
- Duration
- 2–4 days
- Best Time
- April–October
- Hours
- Open 24 hours. 4WD recommended beyond Arkaroola Village.
Location
- Area
- Lyndhurst
- Region
- Flinders Ranges
- State
- South Australia
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Activities
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