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Wilpena Pound

Wilpena Pound, South Australia

A vast natural amphitheatre of ridges, with walks to lookouts across the Pound.

Price
Park entry fee applies
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
4 hours

Wilpena Pound is a 17 km long ring of quartzite ridges with a single narrow gap. A walk from the resort leads to Wangarra Lookout and Mount Ohlssen Bagge for views over the whole bowl. It is the Flinders' signature stop.

Good to know

  • Start early in summer
  • Take the Wangarra Lookout walk
  • Carry plenty of water
Best time
Autumn to spring
Getting there
Sealed road to the resort
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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