The Flinders Ranges is a low of mountains located about 200m north of Adelaide in South Australia. It is a truly unbelievable vacation destination in the outback especially for those interested in land-based thrills and spills, natural heritage and spectacular eco-tourism. It features bushwalking, camping, mountain bike riding, 4WD Outback Adventures, wildlife tours and cultural heritage. There's something for everyone and unique adventures await you. The Flinders Ranges Region is a magnificent location for a vacation with an spectacular array of scenery and attractions and very good amenities for a very broad variety of activities to match the needs of every traveller. If you're wanting adventure, thrills and spills then journey a little farther into the astonishing Outback of South Australia.
Go 4WD driving on adventure trails into the majestic isolation of the unique Outback. Take your time discovering the famous wildnerness tracks. You can also take a picturesque flight or balloon trip over the Flinders Ranges. There are numerous magnificent bushwalking and hiking trails, locations to fossick for opals, and even a wilderness golf course with no grass. The local persons can give you all the tips you require for an excursion in the Outback. So share a drink with them, and find out about their favourite local spots. Local events include: # Tastes Of The Outback featuring a smorgasbord of local food and wine based tastings and other events. # Peterborough Art and Cultural Festival featuring with exhibitions, displays, and markets running over 10 days # Rock the Mount - an action packed
weekend of entertainment, live music, and celebration in the stunning scenery of the Australian bush. # Coober Pedy Opal Festival- showcasing wonderful opals, underground lifestyle, multiculturalism and its famous landscape. # Desert Detective Day # Outback Odyssey - a 900 kilometres, 15 day duration mountain bike ride through the landscape of the Australian outback. Each day is an new adventure. # Melrose Fat Tyre Festival - mountain bike riding at its finest - a long weekend of bike riding through the beautiful Southern Flinders Ranges. # The Flinders Ranges KALAMAZOO - family event featuring the novelty Kalamazoo (man powered rail cart). The major towns in the area include Arkaroola Village, Hawker, Leigh Creek, Quorn and Wilpena.