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Flinders Chase National Park

National Tourism Accreditation Flinders Chase National Park, on Kangaroo Island encompasses stunning coastal landscapes, vast areas of wilderness and diversity of wildlife.

Flinders Chase is the name given to a complex of protected areas covering the western end of Kangaroo Island. The park is comprised of three parts, totalling 32,600 ha; the Cape du Couedic and Rocky River area to the south west, the Gosse Lands to the north east and Cape Borda Lightstation on the north west tip of Kangaroo Island. The park directly adjoins the 41,320 ha Ravine des Casoars Wilderness Protection Area. Flinders Chase is approximately 110 km west of Kingscote, the island's largest town and can be accessed via the Playford Highway or South Coast Road.

Map

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What to Do

"Loved it here, beautiful scenery, animals and accommodation"

Flinders Chase offers an array of recreational opportunities.

Experience our new Visitor Centre - the recently completed Flinders Chase Visitor Centre showcases the park through an innovative and exciting interpretive centre, welcoming Information Officers and the inviting Chase Café.

What's On

Live the past

Stay in a historical lightkeepers' cottage at Cape du Couedic or Cape Borda. Accommodation is also available in Mays Homestead and Postmans Cottage near the Flinders Chase Visitor Centre. Bookings are essential (see contact details below).

Cape du Couedic Lighthouse accommodation

Walk, Hike or Trek

A network of walking trails provide opportunities for walkers of all abilities to appreciate the park and its wildlife.

See Parks of Kangaroo Island Visitor information Booklet - accommodation, camping, trails, parks, tours (3.1Mb PDF)

Camp under the stars

Camping opportunities exist at Harveys Return, Snake Lagoon, Rocky River and West Bay. Bookings are essential (see contact details below) and camping fees apply.

Sightseeing and Wildlife

Remarkable Rocks walk

Spectacular rugged coastlines, views of a vast wilderness, remarkable naturally sculptured rocks and encounters with native wildlife are all part of the Flinders Chase experience.

Guided tours

Step back in time. Take a guided tour at Cape Borda Lightstation. Nearby are the historic lightkeepers cemetery and original landing site for stores at Harveys Return. Don't miss the daily firing of the restored signal cannon on the 12.30 pm tour!

Tour and Entry Times (300Kb PDF)

Fees and Charges

Contact

Flinders Chase

Cape Borda cannon firing

Accommodation, camping and general park enquiries:
Phone: (61 8) 8559 7235
Fax : (61 8) 8559 7364
Email: Flinders Chase