Cooinda Campground – Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park (FC)

Located within Wilpena Pound at the base of the inside track to St Mary Peak (Ngarri Mudlanha) this site is only accessible by hikers. There are no facilities on site, please ensure to carry sufficient water, food and supplies for your entire visit.

Please note that this campground is closed during the summer months of December, January and February.

HOW TO GET THERE

Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park is situated approximately 450 kilometres north of Adelaide, in the central Flinders Ranges. 

From Adelaide, take one of several routes to Hawker, then follow the signs to Wilpena (Flinders Ranges Way).

If approaching from Broken Hill, turn north at Yunta on the Arkaroola Road and follow signs to Blinman which is the Northern end of Flinders Ranges Way.

Hikers will need to leave their vehicles at Wilpena and have the appropriate maps and information to reach this campground.

The main road through the park and into Wilpena Pound is sealed. Unsealed roads with changing surfaces occur throughout the park and may be affected by weather conditions. All public roads are accessible by two-wheel drive vehicles, caravans and trailers.

Please note: GPS Co-Ordinates are approximate and provided in most cases to get you to the National Park entrance. Once inside the park there should be signs to the actual camp grounds. Failing this please check with National Parks for further directions.

FEES & BOOKINGS
As this is a free camping area, we encourage you to keep it clean.

Many National Parks in South Australia require a Park Pass to enter. The prices for the Park Parks may vary. Read more about FEES & PARK PASSES.

Please check PARK CLOSURES prior to attending.

THINGS TO DO
Renowned for its natural, cultural and geological significance, Flinders Ranges is one of Australia’s premier national landscapes. The famous landmark of Wilpena Pound (Ikara) is cradled within the park’s towering mountains.

Start your adventure at the Wilpena Pound Visitor Information Centre where you will find extensive information about the park. From there, explore the park’s stunning landscape, Aboriginal rock art sites, fossil heritage and ruins of early European settlement.

For an in-depth look at the wonders of the region join a guided tour and enjoy a scenic flight over Wilpena Pound, or make your own discoveries along the many bushwalking trails and scenic drives.

RULES
The collection of firewood (either dead or alive) is prohibited.
Please bring your own or purchase wood from Wilpena Pound or Rawnsley Park general stores.
Wood fires and solid fuel fires are prohibited during Fire Ban periods.
Pets and generators are not allowed.

For more detailed information direct from the National Parks web site, please click on the relevant links. DOGS IN PARKS, GENERAL INFORMATION, FIRE SAFETY & CAMP FIRES

Data & Photos courtesy of: National Parks South Australia
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