Mount Remarkable National Park
Mount Remarkable National Park continues to recover following the Wilmington Fire. The Alligator Gorge section, including Alligator Lodge and all backpack camp sites remain closed until Thursday 17 April. Details
Mount Remarkable National Park including its campgrounds, will be closed from 6pm 16 November to 2pm 21 November 2025 for public safety during a feral animal control operation. Details
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Escape to the rugged beauty of Mount Remarkable National Park, where ancient peaks, dramatic gorges and vibrant wildlife make every visit unforgettable.
From the towering 960 m summit overlooking Willochra Plain to tranquil creek beds lined with river red gums, Mount Remarkable National Park showcases the dramatic geology of the southern Flinders Ranges. Adventurous hikers, cyclists and families alike delight in scenic trails and hidden gems brimming with wildlife.
As part of South Australia’s protected landscapes, Mount Remarkable National Park is stewarded in partnership with Traditional Owners, ensuring its cultural significance and diverse ecosystems are safeguarded for future generations.
Experience family-friendly camping near Mambray Creek, hike quiet valley trails in search of echidnas and lace monitors, or test your mountain bike skills on the Willowie trail network and the Remarkable Epic trail. For panoramic views, tackle the challenging Mount Remarkable Summit Hike or roam dramatic gorges carved through ancient rock. Whether you’re seeking a quick getaway or a multi-day trek, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect with nature.
Join us in preserving this treasured park by staying on marked trails, taking rubbish with you and respecting wildlife. You’ll help keep Mount Remarkable National Park pristine and welcoming for everyone.
Parts of the park, including Alligator Gorge and its trails, are temporarily closed following a recent fire. Other popular areas like Mambray Creek with its campgrounds and trails, the Remarkable Epic trail, Willowie mountain bike trails and the summit hiking trail remain open.
Plan your visit online to secure campsite or accommodation bookings, check the latest alerts and prepare for the outback climate. With its spectacular views and abundant wildlife, Mount Remarkable National Park is ready for your next adventure.
Open daily.
Closures and safety
This park is closed on days of Catastrophic Fire Danger and may also be closed on days of Extreme Fire Danger.
You can determine the current fire danger rating by checking the Fire Ban District map on the CFS website.
Check the CFS website or call the CFS Bushfire Information Hotline 1800 362 361 for:
- Information on fire bans and current fire conditions
- Current CFS warnings and incidents
- Information on what to do in the event of a fire.
Listen to your local area radio station for the latest updates and information on fire safety.
Visitor information, bookings and park management:
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office
Phone: (+61 8) 8841 3400
Email: mrnp@sa.gov.au
Emergency contacts:
Medical, fire (including bushfire) and police emergency situations
Phone: Triple Zero — 000
Police Assistance
Phone: 131 444 for non-urgent police assistance
National Parks and Wildlife Service SA – After-hours duty officer (voice messages only, text messages are unavailable to be received)
Phone: 0417 883 678
Injured wildlife:
Within the park
Please contactNational Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office on (08) 8841 3400 or the after-hours duty officer on 0417 883 678 (outside of business hours)
Outside of the park
Please contact a local wildlife rescue group
The mild temperatures from April to October are the most comfortable for walking. It’s also the best time of year to see wildlife and admire the park’s spectacular native flora.
Summers are warm to hot with little rainfall. During the summer months, temperatures range from 30 – 45°C, making walking more challenging. Make sure you take plenty of water on walks in this area.
The park is located 45km north of Port Pirie. Access is from National Highway One via Mambray Creek.
Alligator Gorge can be reached via a picturesque – but sometimes challenging – drive commencing 1km south of Wilmington on Main North Road. This road is very steep and is unsuitable for caravans, camper trailers and buses.
You can walk into the park from the adjacent town of Melrose, which lies at the foot of Mount Remarkable.
Please note: There are no public roads that pass through Mount Remarkable National Park. Horrocks Pass and Port Germein Gorge are the nearest public roads to the park where you can pass over the Flinders Ranges in an east-west direction.
Parks are for all to enjoy, we would love to hear from you about your experience in nature. You can share your comments, pictures and videos with us and others by tagging #AccessNPSA and @NationalParksSA on Facebook, Instagram or email us.
Mount Remarkable National Park Accessibility
Mambray Creek
Parking
There are two accessible parking spaces at the Mambray Creek day visitor area. There are no dedicated accessible parking spaces at the Mambray Creek campground but there is generally enough parking space within or near campsites.
Toilets
There are two accessible toilets at the Mambray Creek campground, one in each of the amenities blocks. Both are right hand toilets. The paths to the toilets are compact gravel and dolomite.
There are two accessible showers at the Mambray Creek campground they are open plan roll in showers with wall-mounted shower chairs provided and adjustable handheld showerheads. One in each of the amenities blocks.
Camping
The Mambray Creek campground has 49 campsites suitable for swags, tents, camper trailers and caravans of different lengths. Please check individual campsite information for site dimensions
Every campsite is flat with compact gravel, ensuring ease and accessibility. Campsites closest to the facilities are classed as best for people living with a disability.
Trails
Wirra Water Loop Track (1.6km)
An interpretive section of the Mambray Creek Walk explains the importance of water in the area as you explore rocky river beds.
The trail is compacted gravel, it is an undulating path with short steep sections throughout so some people may require assistance. The walk can be extended by incorporating the Mambray Creek Walk , which starts at the day visitor car park.
Alligator Gorge
Parking
There is one dedicated accessible parking space at Alligator Gorge.
Toilets
There are 2 pit toilets which are accessible, one is a left hand toilet and one is a right hand toilet. The path to the toilet is compact gravel.
Picnic area
The picnic tables are accessible for unpowered (smaller) wheelchairs
Trails
There are unfortunately no trails that are accessible to those in wheelchairs or severe mobility impairments however the views on the drive in to Alligator Gorge are spectacular and worth the visit.
Willowie
Parking
There are dedicated accessible parking spaces at Willowie.
Toilets
There is one pit toilet that is accessible and it is a left-hand toilet. The paths to the toilet are compact gravel.
Picnic area
The picnic tables are accessible for wheelchairs.
Trails
There are unfortunately no trails that are accessible to those in wheelchairs or with severe mobility impairments.
Assistance dogs are permitted in most public places and are therefore welcome in South Australia’s parks and reserves. Assistance dogs must be appropriately restrained on a lead and remain under your effective control at all times while in a park or reserve.
As per the dogs in parks and reserves policy, if the dog is not an accredited assistance dog, they must be trained to assist a person with a disability to alleviate that disability and meet standards of hygiene and behaviour appropriate for a dog in a public place. However, refusal may be given if the person with the disability is unable to produce evidence the dog is an assistance dog with the appropriate training.
Before taking your assistance dog into a park that does not normally allow dogs, it is highly recommended that you contact us so we can provide you with the latest information on any potential hazards within specific parks that may affect your dog. Please contact the park via the contact details provided under the contact tab or contact the visitor service centre via email or on Facebook.
Dogs are not permitted in this park.
Discover which parks you can walk your dog in on our find a park tool or read 12 dog-friendly walks in Adelaide Parks by Good Living for inspiration.
There is a variety of facilities available in the park.
Disabled access toilets and baby change rooms are also available at the Mambray Creek day visitor area and Willowie
Basic toilets facilities are available at the Baroota Ruins campground, Grays Hut, Blue Gum Flat and at Alligator Gorge.
Picnic and barbeque facilities are available at the Mambray Creek Day Visitor Area, Willowie, and Blue Gum Flat.
Non-potable rain water is available at numerous locations throughout the park. Please note that water availability is dependent on seasonal rainfall and you should always carry your own drinking water. Please refer to the park map for further information on the location of water points within the park.
Communal fire places are available at the Baroota Ruins, Mambray Creek, Native Pines and Red Gums campgrounds. Collection of firewood is not permitted in the park and you must bring your own firewood with you. Campfires are not allowed during the fire danger season.
There are no rubbish bins in the park and you must take your rubbish with you when you leave.
- Read about the 5 treasures in Mount Remarkable National Park on the Good Living blog.
- Get some ideas by reading 10 things to see and do at Mount Remarkable National Park from the Good Living Blog.
- Explore what other nature and outdoor activities are available in this area on the South Australia Tourism website.
- Mobile phone coverage can be patchy and unreliable in this park, especially if you are in low-lying areas.
Outback Road Report
1300 361 033 (24-hour automated service)
Northern and Western South Australian Outback Roads Temporary Closures, Restrictions and Warnings Report
- Important: Collection of firewood within National Parks is prohibited. Dead wood plays a vital role in providing shelter for animals and adding nutrients to the soil.
Phytophthora (fy-TOFF-thora), otherwise known as root-rot fungus, is killing our native plants and threatens the survival of animals depending on plants for food and shelter.
This introduced fungus can be found in plant roots, soil and water. Help stop the spread by using hygiene stations, staying on tracks and trails and by complying with all Phytophthora management signs.
You will see animals everywhere in Mount Remarkable and many of them are not shy. Goannas lurk on rocks as you walk by, emus trot through the camps and along the tracks, and kookaburras mock you while you cook dinner. You may even spot an elusive echidna. A birdwatcher’s delight, the park has 117 native bird species including brightly coloured variegated wrens, Australian ringneck parrots and wedge-tailed eagles.
Flora and fauna species lists
To download flora (plants) and fauna (animals) species lists for this park, use the ‘Create Simple Species List’ tab under ‘Flora Tools’ or ‘Fauna Tools’ in NatureMaps.
Aboriginal peoples have occupied, enjoyed and managed the lands and waters of this State for thousands of generations. For Aboriginal first nations, creation ancestors laid down the laws of the Country and bestowed a range of customary rights and obligations to the many Aboriginal Nations across our state.
There are many places across the State that have great spiritual significance to Aboriginal first nations. At some of these places Aboriginal cultural protocols, such as restricted access, are promoted and visitors are asked to respect the wishes of Traditional Owners.
In places where protocols are not promoted visitors are asked to show respect by not touching or removing anything, and make sure you take all your rubbish with you when you leave.
Aboriginal peoples continue to play an active role in caring for their Country, including in parks across South Australia.
Ranger tips: Mount Remarkable National Park
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An extensive network of bushwalking trails gives visitors the opportunity to experience the dramatic scenery, spectacular geological landforms and native wildlife of the Southern Flinders Ranges.
These trails cater for all ages and levels of fitness, varying in length and difficulty from challenging overnight treks and the long distance Heysen Trail to the easier and shorter walks at Alligator Gorge and Mambray Creek.
Please note: Overnight hikes in Mount Remarkable National Park are not permitted during the Fire Danger Season, usually 1 November to 30 April. During this period, hike-in campsites are closed. The hike-in campsites can not be booked online. Please contact the Natural Resource Centre — Clare to arrange your stay.
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office
Phone: (+61 8) 8841 3400
Email: mrnp@sa.gov.au
Easy walks
Ali Lookout Walk (15 mins return, 480m return)Navigate this trail on Google Street View
A short, easy walk to a lookout overlooking the spectacular Alligator Gorge. Abundant wildflowers line this path in spring.
Access: Alligator Gorge.
Gorge Lookout Walk (20 mins return, 530m return)
For spectacular views of the Alligator Basin through to Mambray Creek take this short and easy walk to the lookout.
Access: Alligator Gorge.
Wirra Water Loop (30 mins return, 1.6km loop)
The interpretive signs along the walking trail explain the importance of water in the area as you explore rocky river beds and majestic river red gums.
Access: Mambray Creek.
Moderate hikes
Alligator Gorge Hike (4 hrs return, 8.5 km return)
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Following the full length of the inspiring Alligator Gorge, this hike is ideal in spring when wildflowers are abundant, and water may be flowing in the gorge. From the Terraces, continue (north-west) up the catchment of Alligator Creek to the Ring Route Track. * Turn left following the vehicle track past Eaglehawk Dam and Longhill camps to Blue Gum Flat picnic area. It is a short walk back up to Alligator Gorge car park via the Narrows.
*If you have more time, at the Ring Route Track junction, continue right (north-westerly) for another kilometre to reach Battery Ridge. See magnificent examples of towering sugar gums and spectacular views over the western plains to Spencer Gulf. Return to the Ring Route Track junction. Add another hour for this section.
Access: Alligator Gorge.
Baroota Hike (2 hrs return, 6km loop)
Follow the Wirra Water Loop Walk then continue along a natural trail to visit Baroota Ruins, the Old Baroota Cemetery and the Baroota Ruins Campground.
Access: Mambray Creek.
Daveys Gully Hike (1 hr return, 2.4km loop)
This popular trail starts and finishes at the Mambray Creek Day Visitor Area and passes through Daveys Gully. It has spectacular sunset views looking out to Spencer Gulf. This hike is recommended for visitors that only have a short time to spend in the park.
Access: Mambray Creek.
Hidden Gorge Hike (7 hrs return, 18km loop)
This popular loop hike starting and finishing at the Mambray Creek Day Visitor Area highlights the diversity of landforms and biodiversity found within the Southern Flinders Ranges. Meander along the Mambray and Alligator creeks and through Hidden Gorge. The red quartzite walls of the gorge enclose dense communities of native pine. The climb from the gorge to Battery Ridge provides magnificent views overlooking the nearby coastline and distant northern arm of the Spencer Gulf.
Access: Mambray Creek.
Narrows Hike (2 hrs return, 2km return)
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A popular hike, suitable for most abilities, traversing a section of Alligator Gorge. From Alligator Gorge Lookout Carpark, descend the steep steps down into Alligator Gorge. Take time to view the Terraces to the north before heading south to pass through the spectacular ‘Narrows’. Walkers should wear sturdy shoes, as the gorge floor can be uneven and can be slippery when wet. Return to Alligator Gorge car park via Blue Gum Flat picnic area.
Access: Alligator Gorge.
Mambray Valley Hike (3 hrs return, 8km loop)
This moderate hike follows Mambray Creek upstream along a deep valley, before heading up a short but strenuous hike to Sugar Gum Lookout. Make sure to check out the restored historic Scarfes Hut which was once a shepherd’s home! Sugar Gum Lookout offers splendid views of the Alligator Creek/Mambray Creek junction.
Access: Mambray Creek.
Hard hikes
Mambray Creek to Alligator Gorge Hike (5 hrs, 13.8km one way or 10hrs, 27.6km return)
This interesting hike follows the course of Alligator Gorge and Mambray Creek. The trail passes through a variety of vegetation from river red gums and native pines through to dense mallee on the pound floor and finally the inviting shade of sugar gums on the ridges around Alligator Gorge. It is advised that only fit hikers should try to return in one day.
Access: Mambray Creek or Alligator Gorge.
Mount Remarkable Summit Hike (4 hrs return, 13km return)
This loop trail leads to the top of the 960 meter high Mount Remarkable. On the trail, you’ll be treated to expansive views over the Willochra Plain with the Horseshoe Range to the north-east and, on a very clear day, you may be able to see the Flinders Ranges north of Hawker. To the west, the rugged Black Range dominates with the Spencer Gulf beyond.
Access: Melrose.
Treks
Black Range Trek (26 km one way, 2‑day hike one way)
This is a demanding trek from Mambray Creek to Melrose through the rugged Black Range and over Mount Remarkable itself. It crosses steep terrain and offers breathtaking views of the Mambray Creek catchment, Alligator Gorge Basin and Black Range. It is recommended to be a multi-day hike. Please carry a topographical map and discuss plans with a responsible person before you go.
Bush camp sites in the park must be booked prior to use; visit parks.sa.gov.au for booking information.
Access: Mambray Creek or Melrose (via the Mount Remarkable Summit Hike).
Heysen Trail
Part of the Heysen Trail passes through Mount Remarkable National Park. If you plan to walk the Heysen Trail, use topographic maps or the Heysen Trail Northern Guidebook. When walking on the Heysen Trail through private land, please keep to the trail. The Heysen Trail is closed during the fire danger season.
The Willowie trail network is a beginner and intermediate (with difficult sections) mountain bike trail network. The historical forest access tracks can also be used by walkers. You can ride your bike on public roads and any specific cycling trails and tracks on offer in this park.
Please obey signs and use the trail classifications and descriptions, where available, to select trails suitable to your ability. Many trails are shared, so always keep an eye out for others. Generally, cyclists give way to pedestrians. Please be considerate of all trail users at all times.
Easy
Possum Magic (3.5 km loop)
Possum Magic is the most family and beginner friendly trail in the network with a combination of natural and machine-built features. The trail starts and finishes at the visitor area making it ideal for those seeking a short loop ride.
The common Brush-tail possum is the most widespread marsupial in Australia and can be found in Mount Remarkable National Park. They feed on eucalyptus leaves, flowers, shoots, fruits, and seeds.
Sleeper (2.4 km)
Sleeper provides a short introductory loop experience for novice riders and families. The trail starts at the main trailhead and ends at the junction with Twisted Sister. The trail is predominantly on a very low gradient, making it an easy trail for riders with limited mountain biking experience and skill. As this is a one-way trail, you will need to continue on to the top portion of Twisted Sisters.
The trail traverses through stands of native cypress and is home to a population of sleepy lizards (also known as shingleback or stumpy-tailed lizards). Between 1896 and 1889, an estimated 10,000 Sugar gums were harvested from the Willowie area for railway sleepers to service the region’s expanding network. If you look closely, you’ll spot some of the old saw pits scattered through the forest.
Twisted Sisters (1.5 km)
Twisted Sisters is tight, natural and twisty, with shallow creek crossings and small trail features. This is an ideal climbing trail for beginners to link with the intermediate trails or to return to the car park on the Orb Flow trail.
Keen and quiet observers may see Carpet pythons hunting in the leaf litter around the forest. Their diet consists mainly of small mammals, birds, and lizards, which they kill by constriction. These pythons aren’t a threat to humans.
Orb Flow (900 m)
Orb Flow is a flow trail featuring a combination of tight and open bermed corners and rollers. Flow trails can be used to learn the skills required to conserve and generate speed using the trail features rather than relying on pedalling. The trail traverses the formerly cleared cropping land and passes remnant ruins of the forest’s farming heritage.
Orb-weaving spiders make large webs through the grasses and low bushes throughout the reserve, including across the trails in these open areas of the block.
Southern Flinders Rail Trail (22 km)
The Melrose to Wilmington section of the Southern Flinders Rail Trail was completed in 2011. The trail surface is compacted fine gravel with some sections of coarse gravel and creek crossings. It features stunning views of Mt Remarkable to the west, and views of the Flinders Ranges to the east.
The trail can be used by walkers and cyclists to link the two towns or as a cycling link to Willowie. This Section of the rail trail crosses Goyder’s Line, a surveyed line that historically separates good cropping land from marginal cropping land (low rainfall). Surveyor George Goyder prepared the line in 1865 by observing native plants while travelling 3200 km on horseback across SA. You will notice the vegetation change as you ride north along the trail, particularly in open areas.
Intermediate
Awky Squaky (5.8 km)
Awky Squawky provides the single-track experience for which Melrose is famous, with long sections of rugged hand-built trail providing a natural and technical feel without losing the flow. The trail traverses small gullies and dry creek beds; the rockiness adding to the technical aspect of the trail. The call of groups of Apostle birds is commonly heard throughout Willowie. Awky Sqawky is a common nickname for the bird, and aptly describes the trail’s twisting nature.
Leaping Lizard (1.1 km)
Named for the Lace Monitors often seen clinging to trees throughout the park, Leaping Lizard features rocky, off camber and flat turns with a series of intermediate double jumps. The doubles are designed to allow you to practice your jumping technique or to simply roll through (if you prefer to keep your wheels on the ground).
Waterfall link (500 m)
A short single track link for viewing one of the many small seasonal water features that spill down the sides of the Mount Remarkable Ridge. Best viewed after rain events, these deep gullies occur along the entire length of the ridge. The trail makes a great rugged and challenging detour from Awky Squawky.
Kooka Brothers (1.7 km)
Climbing to the highest point of the network, this tight and twisting single track climb will have you wishing for wings by the time you get to the top. Probably one of the most recognisable sounds in the Australian bush, be sure to keep an ear out for the distinctive laugh of the brothers.
E‑skid-na (1.5 km)
Descending from the highest point in the north-west corner of Willowie, E‑Skid-Na features a mix of fast, flowing machine cut and natural, handbuilt features. While this trail is suitable for intermediate riders, more experienced riders will enjoy finding challenging lines and features.
Short-beaked echidnas can be seen throughout the Mount Remarkable National Park, where they feed on insects hidden among the leaf litter. Most active in the hotter months, echidnas enter a state of hibernation in cooler weather.
Monitor Track Loop (6.1 km)
A rugged doubletrack loop trail which meanders along the foothills of the Mount Remarkable Range. The trail crosses several shallow watercourses and follows the outer fenceline of the original Willowie Forest area. The trail allows great viewing opportunities of the diverse range of flora and fauna of the Willowie area.
Intermediate with difficult sections
Remarkable Epic Trail (39km)
South Australia’s newest mountain bike trail at Mount Remarkable National Park is officially open – but be warned, it’s not for the faint-hearted! This trail has been constructed to an intermediate difficulty rating.
This 39km closed loop trail begins in Melrose and winds its way through the rugged beauty of Mount Remarkable National Park and surrounding areas. From the western side of the trail, you’ll be treated to a view of the magnificent Black Range. The trail then loops back towards the town of Melrose, passing beneath the iconic Gibraltar Rock formations.
Riders can expect a single track trail with gradients of up to 10%, variable surface and obstacles. The trail includes short steep sections of up to 15% and fall exposure through sections of loose scree.
Allow 5 — 8 hours to complete the ride, and it is not recommended to depart after 12pm if you plan to ride the full trail.
Bale Out (Willowie link — 6.2km)
This trail connects the North Face climbing trail to the Willowie trail network and features multiple line choices and amazing views. Bale Out, named for the farmlands of the Willochra Plain, descends from the Mount Remarkable ridge to the Willochra Plain 450m below. Connect your ride back to Melrose (6 km) or Wilmington (15 km) along the Southern Flinders Rail Trail. All Difficult features on this trail have Intermediate options.
Remarkable Epic Trail — Frequently Asked Questions
Camping
Fees and booking
Camping fees apply and must be paid before you arrive.
Mambray Creek campground
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers, camper vans and caravans
Facilities: wheel chair accessible toilets, baby change room, hot showers and campsite fire pits
A well-established campground with 49 campsites set among the river red gums. The sites are level with offer various levels of shade and protection from the wind.
Baroota Ruins campground
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Suitable for: tents, camper trailers, camper vans and caravans
Facilities: toilets and campsite fire pits
Located near the western entrance to the park, this campground has 9 sites that offer various levels of shade and protection from the wind.
Walk-in camping (closed during fire danger season)
Suitable for: tents only
Facilities: none
There is 11 walk-in campsites available for hikers in the park. These campsites are not accessible by vehicles and are closed during bushfire danger season (usually November to April). These campgrounds can not be booked online. Please contact the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office on (+61 8) 8841 3400 to organise your stay.
Native Pines and Red Gums group campgrounds
Suitable for: tents
Facilities: toilets, communal area and fire pit
Two large group campsites ideal for school, community and family groups. Native Pines can fit 40 people, and Red Gums 60 people. Call the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office to book.
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office
Phone: (+61 8) 8841 3400
Email: mrnp@sa.gov.au
Accommodation
Alligator Lodge
Maximum Guests: 10
Configuration: 3 bedroom with lounge, kitchen and bathroom
Bedding configuration: Bedroom 1, 1x queen bed, Bedroom 2, 1x queen bed, Bedroom 3, 3x bunk beds
Please provide your own bed linen, pillows, blankets, towels and tea towels. Crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils are supplied. The lodge is solar powered and is designed to run small appliances only, eg. radio/cd player. Bathroom facilities include shower cubicle, bath and separate toilet.
Mambray Creek Cabin
Maximum Guests: 4
Configuration: Open Plan Bedroom/Living Area
Bedding configuration: bunk beds
Please provide all bedding, linen, pillows, towels, tea-towels and your esky. All cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery is provided. This cabin is operated with solar electricity for lighting only there are no power points.
Mount Remarkable National Park — a ranger’s perspective
Russell Martin, Ranger at Mount Remarkable, fills us in on the dramatic landscapes, breath taking views and extensive walking trails within the park.
Want to help?
To find out how you can help in this park or nearby, please visit National Parks and Wildlife Service — Volunteering.
Want to join others and become a Park Friend?
To find out more about Friends of Parks groups please visit Friends of Parks South Australia.
You could join others to help look after a park. You can take part in working bees, training and other events.
Become a Campground Host
Combine your love of camping with doing a good deed by becoming a volunteer campground host in this park.
A campground host is a volunteer who stays at the park either for a specific peak period, like the Easter break or a long weekend, or an extended period of time (up to a few months) to support park rangers.
If you are passionate about the environment, a keen camper, like to meet people from all around the world, and are a happy to help, then hosting could be right up your alley.
The international Trail Users Code of Conduct is to show respect and courtesy towards other trail users at all times.
Ensure that you:
- when hiking, wear sturdy shoes, a hat and sunscreen
- be aware of weather conditions and avoid walking during the hottest part of the day
- make sure you have appropriate weather proof clothing
- carry enough water to be self-sufficient
- please be respectful of other users at all times
- stay on the designated trails and connector tracks for your own safety, and prevent the spread of declared weeds to other areas in the park
- ensure someone knows your approximate location and expected time of return
- take appropriate maps.
- Walk, hike or trek — what’s the difference?
Trail Users Code of Practice
To protect the surrounding environment and to ensure the safety of all riders and shared trail users, please be aware of the international Trail Users Code of Practice when using shared trails. Important points to remember include:
- plan your ride
- comply with all signs
- ride only on formed tracks/trails
- share the trail — obey give way rules
- avoid riding in wet, muddy conditions
- ride lightly and leave no trace or rubbish
- control your bike within your limits
- clean your bike to avoid the spread of weeds or plant diseases
- carry sufficient food and drinking water
- respect the rights of others
- tell others about the code
When camping in a National Park, it’s important to remember the following:
- Always let someone responsible know your travel plans, especially when travelling in remote areas. It’s a good idea to let them know when you expect to return.
- Check the weather forecast before you leave, including overnight temperatures on the Bureau of Meteorology. Even during very mild weather, the nights can get very cold.
- The quality and quantity of water cannot be guaranteed within parks. Please bring plenty of water and food to be self-sufficient.
- Always camp in designated sites (where applicable) — do not camp beneath trees with overhanging branches, as they can drop without warning. It’s also a good idea to check that there are no insect nests nearby.
- Check to make sure you’re not camping in a natural waterway, flash floods can happen anytime.
- If camp fires are permitted, you must bring your own firewood, as the collection of firewood within National Parks is prohibited. Extinguish your camp fire with water (not sand or dirt) until the hissing sound stops.
- Ensure that you are familiar with the fire restrictions for this park.
Can I have a fire or barbecue?
- Ensure you are familiar with the fire restrictions for this park.
- Wood fires and solid fuel fires are permitted in Mambray Creek & Baroota Ruins Campgrounds (except between 15
October 2024 to 15 April 2022 inclusive and on days of total fire ban). They are prohibited throughout the year in all other areas of the park. - You must bring your own firewood, as the collection of firewood within national parks is prohibited.
- Gas fires and liquid fuel fires are permitted through the year, other than on days of total fire ban.
Closures and safety
This park is closed on days of Catastrophic Fire Danger and may also be closed on days of Extreme Fire Danger.
You can determine the current fire danger rating by checking the Fire Ban District map on the CFS website.
Check the CFS website or call the CFS Bushfire Information Hotline 1800 362 361 for:
- Information on fire bans and current fire conditions
- Current CFS warnings and incidents
- Information on what to do in the event of a fire.
Listen to your local area radio station for the latest updates and information on fire safety.
Every national park is different, each has its own unique environment, it is important to be responsible while enjoying all the park has to offer.
Please ensure that you:
- leave your pets at home
- do not feed birds or other animals, it promotes aggressive behaviour and an unbalanced ecology
- do not bring generators (except where permitted), chainsaws or firearms into the park
- leave the park as you found it — there are no bins in national parks, please come prepared to take your rubbish with you.
- abide by the road rules (maintain the speed limit)
- respect geological and heritage sites
- do not remove native plants
- are considerate of other park users.
- Important: Collection of firewood within National Parks is prohibited. Dead wood plays a vital role in providing shelter for animals and adding nutrients to the soil.
Park maps
- Mount Remarkable National Park map
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Mambray Creek map
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Alligator Gorge map
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Melrose map
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Willowie map
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Epic Trail
Campground maps
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Mambray Creek campground map
- Mount Remarkable National Park — Baroota Ruins campground map
Maps on your mobile
If you have a smartphone or tablet you can download the free Avenza Map app and have interactive national park maps on hand when you need them.
The app uses your device’s built-in GPS to plot your real-time location within the park onto a map. The app can be used without a network connection and without roaming charges. You can also measure area and distance, plot photos and drop placemark pins.
How to get it working on your device:
1. Download the Avenza Maps app from the app store (iOS/Android) whilst you are still in range (its free!).
2. Open up the app and click the shopping cart icon.
3. Click ‘Find’ and type the name of the national park or reserve you are looking for.
4. Click on the map you are after and install it (all our maps are free).
5. You will now find a list of your installed maps on the home page of the Avenza Maps app.
6. Use our maps through the Avenza Mapa app while in the park and never take a wrong turn again.
Google Street View
Want to explore a trail before you leave home or use Google Maps to navigate straight from your door to the trailhead?
We’ve worked with Google to film more than 600km of walking trails, park roads, campgrounds and waterways in some of our most beautiful places. Click to see what the parks offer and the available facilities before you go. This is an especially great tool if you have accessibility needs, are visiting with people of varying ages or fitness levels or are pushing a pram and want to view a trail before leaving home.
You can start exploring this park on Google Street View using the links below.
Campgrounds
Walking trails
Please pay vehicle entry before you arrive.
Where can I book and pay in person?
If you are unable to book and pay online you can do so, in person, at these booking agents across the state.
For online bookings enquiries please email:
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office
Phone: (+61 8) 8841 3400
Email: mrnp@sa.gov.au
Camping
Camping fees apply and must be paid before you arrive.
Book and pay in person
If you are unable to book and pay online you can do so, in person, at these booking agents across the state.
Walk-in camp sites
Please note that walk-in camp sites can not be booked online. These campsites are not accessible by vehicles and are closed during Fire Danger Season (usually November to April). Please contact the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office on (+61 8) 8841 3400 to organise your stay.
For online bookings enquiries please email:
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Yorke and Mid North Office
Phone: (+61 8) 8841 3400
Email: mrnp@sa.gov.au
If you intend to visit often, you may like to purchase any of the below park passes.
12 month vehicle entry for a single park
Is this your favourite park? If you visit more than five times a year, it’s more economical to purchase a 12 month vehicle entry for a single park pass.
- Buy a 12 month vehicle entry for single park pass now
- Buy in person at a Park Pass outlet
- Park Passes FAQs
2 and 12 month vehicle entry for multiple parks pass
Are you wanting to explore a number of SA’s national parks? Purchasing a 2 or 12 month vehicle entry for multiple parks pass can offer you value for money and convenience.
The 2 and 12 month vehicle entry for multiple parks pass entitle you to vehicle entry for not just this park, but up to an additional 10 parks as well!
There are no other fees or permits associated with this park.