Aroona Dam
This beautiful wilderness Sanctuary was originally established for the town's water supply but now remains as a food and water source for native flora and fauna. Home to the Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby, the surrounding ranges and water will take your breath away.
Have your picnic at Aroona Dam with one of our cooler bags that you can use to keep your food and drinks cool! Drop offs and pick ups to the Dam can be arranged for $40
Also available at Aroona Dam is recreational fishing. You will need a permit from RecFish SA to catch some delicious Golden Perch or Murray Cod: https://recfishsa.org.au/
The new Akurra Walking Trail from Leigh Creek to the Dam is a marvel where you can experience local flora and fauna on Adnyamathanha land. Maps can be collected from the Visitor Information Outlet from 10am - 3pm on weekdays (located at the Town Centre).
Private kayak hire is available and enquire at reception. The paddling trail can be accessed here at https://paddlingtrailssouthaustralia.org.au/aroona-dam-paddling-trail/
Leigh Creek Outback Resort Dining
If you are feeling hungry and want a great selection of meals to choose from; for breakfast; lunch; or dinner; then our restaurant or bar is the place to eat! Please book ahead so that we can ensure sufficient staff are available to make your dining experience as enjoyable as possible.
Beltana
Nestled in the Northern Flinders Ranges, the town of Beltana dates back to 1870. Originally the township was surveyed and used as the termination for the Great Northern railway, the population boom was thanks to the discovery of copper ore just 20kms away at Sliding Rock. Beltana was the location of one of South Australia’s largest pastoral groups, Beltana Pastoral Co., who also ran a camel depot from the area. The camels were used to work on the Overland Telegraph line from Port Augusta to Darwin.
Consider booking a camel experience when you visit! Take a guided tour on the back of a camel, with rides lasting from 30minutes to a 4 night safari.
Copley
Copley is a small township located between Leigh Creek and Lyndhurst. Established in 1891, the settlement is recognised for its use of bush tucker with a visit to the Bush Bakery and Quandong Café a must for any visitor. A truly unique Australian dining experience, think kangaroo, emu and other native animals. Don’t forget the quandong fruit, this has been used to produce many products including jams, sauces and pies.
Blinman Mine Tours
https://heritageblinmanmine.com.au/
For details and bookings on this unique touring experience, click on the link above or email [email protected]
Lake Eyre
Situated in the Lake Eyre National Park, Lake Eyre is actually two lakes connected by a channel. Known as the lake that hardly ever fills up with water, it is 144km long and 77km wide. The Lake Eyre Basin is so large that it crosses the borders of South Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory. The traditional owners of the Lake Eyre region, the Arabana people, have lived in the Lake Eyre Basin for thousands of years.
Over the last 160 years, the lake has only been filled to capacity three times and it is estimated that the water only covers the lake once every eight years. Many visitors flock to the area after monsoon season to witness an amazing natural occurrence. Hundreds of waterbirds gather and the landscape comes alive with wildflowers.
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary is 130km East of Leigh Creek and is an accredited Ecotourism operator. Covering 610sq km, you’ll see some of Australia’s most stunning and iconic mountainous views. Home to over 160 species of birds and native fauna, keep an eye out for the endangered Yellow-footed Rock-wallaby.
Stare in awe at the towering granite peaks and magnificent gorges with a guided tour or discover one of the many bush walking tracks such as the Mawson Valley Trail. Choose to self-drive with an option of either 2 or 4WD tracks spanning 100km of graded road, ranging from two to four hours.
Ediacara Fossil Site, Nilpena
A geologist by the name of Reginald Spriggs first discovered the fossil imprints at the old Ediacara minefield located in the low hills of the Western Flinders Ranges. The fossils preserved in the ancient seafloor are the first known multicellular animal life of earth.
Ediacara is also home to the largest early known animal; Dickinsonia Rex. These organisms became trapped as sea levels changed and the seafloor became part of the Flinders Ranges. These discoveries were the first of their kind to be found in abundance anywhere in the world!
Black Blue Rock Sky
The phrase "Black Rock Blue Sky" evokes a contrasting visual, where dark, solid rocks are juxtaposed with a vibrant blue sky. This can refer to the natural landscape of areas like Leigh Creek, Australia, where black coal deposits meet blue skies, or to a creative concept like an art exhibition inspired by these colors. Additionally, the phrase can be used to describe the color palette of a creative design, such as a color scheme that combines black, deep blue, and indigo