Deep Creek National Park has been known for its spectacular coastline, waterfalls, views and richly preserved environment for many years but in this June it will also be known as National Parks and Wildlife Service’s Park of the Month.
Less than 100km from Adelaide, the formerly 45sqkm area Deep Creek Conversation Park was home to spectacular winter waterfalls until proclaimed as Deep Creek National Park in 2021.
According to the Parks, the Deep Creek hugs the southern coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula and features views across a spectacular coastline, over Backstairs Passage, to Kangaroo Island and the Pages Islands.
“The park has the largest remaining portion of natural vegetation in the region and boasts a vast network of walking trails and campgrounds, making it a perfect destination for a day trip or a weekend getaway,” the Parks said.
“You don’t have to look hard to find local wildlife, with kangaroos, echidnas, and hundreds of bird species calling the area home,” they said.
“During winter, you may also spot southern right whales off the coast during their annual migration to southern Australia.”
The Parks said that for June, Deep Creek National Park is being celebrated by the National Parks and Wildlife Service with everyone invited to see why the area is so special.
“A program of free and subsidised events are on offer, and Senior Ranger Coral Marsden believed the area’s typically high winter rainfall make it the perfect time to visit.
“The waterfalls and creeks are flowing, the mosses and lichens are out, and the colour and formations of the fungi are incredible,” Ms Marsden said.
“It’s all visible along the forest walks and it’s nice and cool for walking.
“Make sure you check out the new Goondooloo Ridge Walk. This gentle trail takes you out to the lookout and picnic area where you get amazing views of Backstairs Passage, Kangaroo Island and the Pages Islands.”
”Along the way, you’re likely to see lots of kangaroos and birds,” she said.
Park of the Month activities include: Ngarrindjeri Culture, Nature and Bush Foods walk with Kool Tours; Forest Bathing and meditation session with Nature OT; Fire management and ecology walk; Birdwatching skills walk with an expert “Birder” and ecologist; Nature drawing workshop with a local Fleurieu Peninsula artist; and Improve and learn hiking skills on a guided hike with Walking SA.
More information and tickets for a visit can be accessed on this Parks website at PS News link.
