Blinman Pools

Blinman Pools is a series of permanent spring-fed waterholes set in a narrow gorge about one kilometre north of Blinman in the northern Flinders Ranges, South Australia. Surrounded by rugged quartzite cliffs and river red gums, the pools retain water for most of the year and form a popular natural swimming and picnic spot. Located near the historic copper-mining town of Blinman, the site offers scenic walking, photography and a cool refuge in the arid landscape.

Visitors can expect a natural gorge with a chain of clear, spring-fed pools flanked by steep rock walls and river red gums. The main pool is accessible via a short unsealed track and rocky steps from a small car park. The setting is quiet and semi-arid, with shallow wading areas and deeper swimming holes depending on seasonal water levels. There are picnic spots under trees, opportunities for photography, birdwatching and short walks along the creek bed. No built structures or shops are at the pools themselves; services are in Blinman township nearby.