National parks
4 ways to volunteer in nature: South Australia
Have you ever wanted to volunteer out in nature but weren’t sure where to start?
If you enjoy spending time in fresh air and nature, staying active, learning conservation skills and meeting like-minded individuals, volunteering in South Australia’s parks might be for you!
21 Aug. 2025 5 min read
Greater protection and more to explore! SA’s new and expanded national parks
Land is being added to five South Australian parks, and two new parks have been proclaimed. This means more protection for our state’s natural attractions, and better public access to enjoy them.
12 Aug. 2025 3 min read
5 perfect national parks for a winter escape in South Australia
Winter shouldn’t mean putting a lid on your sense of adventure. At these South Australian parks, it’s a great time to visit.
11 Aug. 2025 5 min read
Bloodthirsty plants of SA: Sundew, the sweetly-named plant with a sinister secret!
Did you know that South Australia is home to some bloodthirsty plants? Drosera (dross-uh-ruh), or sundews, are carnivorous plants that pop up around our state in cooler months. But don’t cancel that camping trip or hike. Sundews are tiny and they’re after bug juice, not your flesh.
08 Aug. 2025 6 min read
Get to know Yvie: Access for All Coordinator
Meet Yvie Eglinton - a disability advocate, nature lover and mum who’s helping make South Australia’s parks more inclusive for everyone.
04 Aug. 2025 9 min read
5 treasures in Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
09 Jul. 2025 4 min read
Four waterfall-worthy national parks you can visit close to Adelaide
Make the best of rainy weather and visit these wondrous SA waterfalls.
05 Jul. 2025 3 min read
Handy tips for collecting firewood
04 Jul. 2025 3 min read
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
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
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
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