National parks

Firewood large final

Handy tips for collecting firewood

Keep the home fires burning, but make sure you collect your firewood the right way. Here’s how, and why it matters.

04 Jul. 2025 3 min read

2025 06 19 winter in the flinders ranges photo3

Your guide to discovering the Flinders Ranges this winter

Planning a winter getaway? Don’t let the weather stop your national parks adventures! Now is the perfect time to hike, explore and unwind in the ancient heart of South Australia’s outback.

23 Jun. 2025 5 min read

Morialta Conservation Park

How to spend a day in South Australia’s Morialta and Black Hill Conservation Parks

Want to make the most of your visit to these iconic parks that are next door to eachother? We’ve got you covered with this one-day itinerary!

11 Jun. 2025 4 min read

Ann large final 1

Friends’ Tips: 5 Hidden treasures of Morialta and Black Hill conservation parks

Friends of Black Hill and Morialta share their favourite spots in these much loved Adelaide parks.

09 Jun. 2025 4 min read

Morialta playground large

10 things to see and do at Morialta Conservation Park

The nature play space is the jewel in the crown at Morialta. Make a day of it by exploring these extra ideas.

04 Jun. 2025 4 min read

2025-05-16 Campground hosts talking to campers

SA’s volunteer Campground Host Program marks 40 years

It’s National Volunteer Week, and we’re celebrating a special group of volunteers in South Australia’s National Parks: campground hosts. This year marks a fabulous 40 years of campground hosting in our state.

19 May 2025 4 min read

2025-05-12 Ikara Flinders Ranges Hills Homestead Wilpena Pound hikers family

7 family-friendly walks to enjoy in Ikara-Flinders Ranges

As we head into cooler weather, now is the perfect time to explore the Flinders Ranges region on foot. You and your family don’t need to be super athletes to have some of the best views and experiences. We’ve picked 7 great walks, suitable to be tackled by people of many ages and fitness levels.

15 May 2025 9 min read

2025-05-06 wide aerial view of Innamincka with floodwaters

In pictures: Record flooding closes outback parks

It’s just over a month since record flooding surrounded the Outback township of Innamincka and prompted the closure of national parks in the area. We take a look at the role of parks staff in the recovery effort, the impact on the environment and what you need to know about visiting the region.

07 May 2025 5 min read

Ranger tips ngarkat large

Ranger Tips – Ngarkat Conservation Park

Get insider tips on the best places to visit and must-do activities from park ranger Ryan Hamood.

02 May 2025 4 min read

Para wirra walking trail large

Step into bushwalking this autumn

Fancy a bushwalk this autumn? Here’s everything you need to know before taking that first step.

28 Apr. 2025 4 min read

World heritage bid flinders ranges large

15 fascinating facts about the Flinders Ranges

This World Heritage Day (18 April), find out what make the Flinders Ranges such a fascinating region and the focus of SA’s latest World Heritage bid.

17 Apr. 2025 7 min read

Fire and barbecues hero

Everything you need to know about when and where to enjoy a campfire in SA’s national parks

Love relaxing around a campfire in a national park but not sure when or where you can have one? Here’s the lowdown.

10 Apr. 2025 6 min read

Subscribe

Fill out the form below and we'll send you Good Living inspiration straight to your inbox

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.