Flinders Ranges and Outback

Starting only 45 minutes from Whyalla, a day trip into the Flinders Ranges and Outback region delivers adventure into an ancient land.

 A short 45-minute drive to experience the Wadlata Outback Centre at Port Augusta and the Unique Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden. One and a half hours to Quorn and jump aboard the heritage Pichi Richi Railway to experience stunning views of the Flinders Ranges or minutes away to Melrose and Wilmington where you can mountain bike the foothills of Mt Remarkable National Park or trek the magnificent Alligator Gorge. Two hours to Port Pirie to see the Regional Arts Centre, Orroroo with the infamous Magnetic Hill phenomenon and Laura home to Golden North Ice-cream. There are many small towns, spectacular sites and attractions, so make a day of it.

Find out more about Flinders Ranges and Outback from the Whyalla Visitor Information Centre.

 

Love the neighbourhood

Whyalla is a great base to unearth the region on day trips with numerous towns and attractions less than two hours away.

Iron Knob

Iron Knob is located 40 minutes NW of Whyalla, adjacent to the Eyre Highway. Learn the history of iron ore mining and experience a mine tour.

Whyalla South Australia for extraordinary Natural Wonders

Unearth Whyalla, a place bound by stunning coastal and outback scenery. South Australia's best kept secret for one of a kind experiences.

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Whyalla Visitor Centre, Lincoln Highway
Open: 7 days Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. 
Weekends and public holidays 10am–4pm. 
Closed: Good Friday and Christmas Day 
Phone: (08) 8645 7900 Email: visitor.centre@whyalla.sa.gov.au

TOLL FREE: 1800 088 589


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