Spring is well and truly here and Deep Creek Conservation Park turns on a kaleidoscope of colours. Enjoy this beautiful palette from the comfort of your cottage. Everywhere you look wildflowers abound.
As many of our readers would know Deep Creek Conservation Park incorporates some of the most spectacular sections of the famous Heysen Trail. Moves are now underway to establish a 3-day / 2-night walking package that incorporates the highlights of the Heysen Trail through Deep Creek. A working group has been established with representation from …
It’s on again for the sixth year! The Wirrina Bluegrass and Acoustic Roots Festival is a great opportunity to hear, play and share acoustic music from Bluegrass and other related traditions. This annual event attracts world class musicians many of whom have come each year to perform as well as run workshops. The festival will again be hosted …
Prior to European settlement the Southern Brown Bandicoot was wide spread throughout the Mount Lofty Ranges but it is now a fairly rare sighting. Indeed, of the eight species of Bilby and Bandicoot that could be found in South Australia the Southern Brown Bandicoot is now the only one remaining. Fortunately, Deep Creek Conservation …
Need to buy a gift for the person who has everything? Perhaps you are struggling for ideas or simply can’t get to a shopping centre. We all leave things to the last moment sometimes and might even run out of inspiration. Help is at hand! Ever considered a gift voucher? We often receive requests …
It’s not hard to see why these Western Grey kangaroos are so relaxed. With rolling green hills, a deep blue sea and Kangaroo Island as a backdrop what’s not to like? The views from Cobbler Hill at the top of Blow Hole Beach are truly majestic. After all, a 180 degree panorama from Deep Creek Conservation …
It can sometimes be a struggle to get up at the crack of dawn (especially on your day off!) but the rewards are often very gratifying. This shot was taken along the Deep Creek Cove trail looking towards Tunkalilla Beach as the rising sun was slowly peeling off the sea fog coming in …
Although Deep Creek Conservation Park is undoubtedly the crown jewel of the South West Fleurieu Peninsula there are also a host of other attractions in the district. One that is often overlooked is nearby Ingalala Falls on Hay flat Road. It is only a short drive from the Park and offers an easily accessible waterfall …
Another beautiful winter’s day in Deep Creek Conservation Park. Imagine settling into the Homestead in its own secluded valley with the Southern Ocean as your backdrop. One of the ‘locals’ is bound to drop in to say hello.
The Southern Brown Bandicoot is a fairly rare sight at the best of times but ‘Bruce’ has made the Ridgetop Retreats in Deep Creek Conservation Park his home for several years now. Guests often comment that he calls in to say hello and see if there is anything ‘on the scrounge’. Fortunately, they wisely …
