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Rawnsley Park Station: Outback Experience
Explore the ancient landscapes of the Flinders Ranges at Rawnsley Park Station, offering diverse accommodation, tours, and outback experiences.
Rawnsley Park Station, nestled on the southern edge of Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges, offers a unique outback experience on a working sheep station. With diverse accommodation options, guided tours, and stunning scenery, it's an ideal base for exploring the region's natural beauty and rich history.
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Getting There
Driving
From Hawker, head north towards Wilpena Pound. Rawnsley Park Station is located 35 kilometers north of Hawker and is signposted from the main road. Follow Wilpena Road, and the station will be on your right. Parking is available on-site. There are no tolls on this route.
Public Transport
Take a bus service from Port Augusta to Wilpena Pound. From Wilpena Pound, arrange a taxi or shuttle service to Rawnsley Park Station, approximately 6 kilometers away. Check bus timetables and taxi availability in advance. A taxi or shuttle from Wilpena Pound to Rawnsley Park Station will cost approximately $20-$30 AUD.
Local tips
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Book tours and scenic flights in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
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Take advantage of the station's walking trails to explore the surrounding landscape and spot native wildlife.
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Enjoy a meal at the Woolshed Restaurant, known for its delicious lamb dishes and outback ambiance.
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Consider a scenic flight over Wilpena Pound for a breathtaking aerial view of this natural wonder.
Discover more about Rawnsley Park Station
Rawnsley Park Station, a 12,000-hectare working sheep station, lies beneath Rawnsley Bluff on the southern edge of Wilpena Pound, in the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. Since 1953, the Smith family has owned the station, transforming it from a struggling sheep farm into an award-winning tourism destination.
Originally part of Arkaba Station, settled in 1851, Rawnsley Park began its tourism venture in 1968, offering visitors a glimpse into station life. Today, it provides a range of accommodation from bush camping and holiday units to luxury eco-villas and the Rawnsley Homestead. The Woolshed Restaurant serves up delicious meals, including the station's own lamb.
Visitors can explore the ancient landscape through guided 4WD tours, scenic flights, and bushwalking trails. The station offers experiences like sunset tours to the Chace Range, sheep shearing demonstrations during school holidays, and opportunities to encounter native wildlife. With its commitment to environmental sustainability and cultural appreciation, Rawnsley Park Station provides an immersive and unforgettable outback adventure.
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