Sandy Creek Conservation Park: A Barossa Valley Sanctuary
Discover native woodlands and diverse wildlife in this peaceful Barossa Valley conservation park.
Escape to Sandy Creek Conservation Park, a peaceful haven near the Barossa Valley, offering walking trails, diverse birdlife, and a chance to reconnect with nature. Once cleared for vineyards, it now protects native woodlands and provides refuge for local wildlife.
A brief summary to Sandy Creek Conservation Park
- Barossa Valley Highway, Sandy Creek, South Australia, 5350, AU
- +61885237700
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring binoculars for enhanced birdwatching; the park is home to over 120 bird species.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes to fully enjoy the trails.
- Visit early morning or late afternoon for the best chance to see kangaroos and other wildlife.
- Check the CFS hotline (1300 362 361) for fire ban closures.
Getting There
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Driving
From the central Barossa Valley, head south on the Barossa Valley Highway (B34). Continue for 15-20 minutes, watching for signs for Sandy Creek Conservation Park. Turn right onto Conservation Park Road and follow the dirt track to the car park. There is no entry fee.
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Public Transport
Take a bus from Tanunda or Nuriootpa to Gawler. From Gawler, a taxi or rideshare (Uber) is required to reach the park, as there's no direct public transport. The taxi ride takes about 15-20 minutes and costs approximately AUD $30-40, depending on traffic.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Barossa Colonel Light Monument
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Barossa Range
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Brothers At War
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Barossa Valley Estate Winery & Cellar Door
15.0 km
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Mengler Hill
15.8 km
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Barossa Red Vintage Tours
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COULTHARD HOUSE
20.3 km
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The National Trust of South Australia
26.2 km
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Aurko's Lookout
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Map the Miner
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Historic Kapunda Mine Trail
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Bushland Park
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Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
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Garden Island
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232 Princes Highway Mural
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Barossa Chateau
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Lyndoch Recreation Park
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Kies Family Wines - Cellar Door Barossa Valley
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Lyndoch Village Green
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1837 Barossa
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Lyndoch Heritage Walk
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Cimicky Wines
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Barossa Reservoir Park
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Whispering Wall
4.0 km
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Chateau Yaldara
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Hemera Estate
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Barossa Reservoir
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Barossa Helicopters
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Essential places to dine
Lyndoch Hill Restaurant
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Monkey Nut Café - Barossa Valley
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Horizon at 1837
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Ministry of Beer
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The Cellar Kitchen Restaurant
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Harvest Kitchen
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Kampung Kitchen
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Char Barossa
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
The Gravel Yard
8.1 km
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Barossa Offroad
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Barossa's Old Fashioned Sweet Shop
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Otherness Wines
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Eden Valley Hotel
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Springton Hotel
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Robbers Dog - Distillery
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Fox & Firkin English Pub
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