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Kookaburra Creek Retreat

Melrose, SA
At a glance
AccommodationTent SiteToiletsAccessibleDrinking WaterCaravansBBQNo PetsPower

About this accommodation

Kookaburra Creek Retreat, nestled in the Southern Flinders Ranges, offers an idyllic and tranquil getaway. Located amidst 80 acres of stunning bushland, this family-run retreat promises fantastic wildlife viewing and exploration with the remarkable Mt. Remarkable National Park surrounding it from 3 sides. An ideal destination for nature lovers looking for an escape from the bustle of city life.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Hot Showers
Drinking Water
Laundromat
Power

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Campground
Caravan Park
Caravans

Facilities

BBQ
Shade
Picnic Tables

Fees

Camping Fee

Rules & Accessibility

Accessible
No Pets

Other Features

Mobile Phone Coverage
Bin
Walking
Photo Opportunity
Bird Watching
Camp Kitchen

Location

Kookaburra Creek Retreat•96 Shanks Road, Melrose, SA, 5483

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
SAT🌤️
21° / 12°
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SUN☀️
23° / 7°
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MON🌦️
25° / 11°
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TUE☁️
22° / 11°
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WED☁️
16° / 10°
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Common questions about Kookaburra Creek Retreat

What facilities does Kookaburra Creek Retreat have?

Kookaburra Creek Retreat has tent site, campground, camping fee, mobile phone coverage, toilets and bin. That is the short list; 20 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Kookaburra Creek Retreat?

No. The record for Kookaburra Creek Retreat lists "No Pets", so dogs are not allowed here. That is common in national parks and conservation reserves, where the rule protects wildlife and other campers. If the dog is coming with you, look at the nearby sites on this page and check their rules before you drive out.

Can you book Kookaburra Creek Retreat online?

We hold no online booking link for Kookaburra Creek Retreat, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Kookaburra Creek Retreat?

Kookaburra Creek Retreat sits in Melrose, SA. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Kookaburra Creek Retreat

Facilities recorded for Kookaburra Creek Retreat
FacilityOn site
Tent SiteYes
CampgroundYes
Camping FeeYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
ToiletsYes
BinYes
WalkingYes
AccessibleYes
Caravan ParkYes
Hot ShowersYes
Drinking WaterYes
CaravansYes
LaundromatYes
Photo OpportunityYes
BBQYes
Bird WatchingYes
No PetsYes
ShadeYes
PowerYes
Camp KitchenYes
Picnic TablesYes

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96 Shanks Road

Melrose, SA 5483

Kookaburra Creek Retreat