About Para Wirra Conservation Park
Para Wirra Conservation Park is a 1,417-hectare protected area in Humbug Scrub, about 40 kilometres northeast of Adelaide, South Australia. Established in 1962, it preserves open forest, woodland and heath with diverse native flora and fauna. The park is notable for its extensive walking trail network, seasonal wildflower displays, historic gold mining relics and opportunities to observe kangaroos, emus and birdlife in a natural bushland setting near the Barossa Valley.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a natural bushland setting with open eucalypt forest, woodland, heath and a small lake. The park offers a network of marked walking trails ranging from short loops to longer hikes, picnic areas with barbecues, lookouts and bird hides. Wildlife such as western grey kangaroos, emus and diverse bird species are commonly seen. The environment is quiet and natural, with historic goldfields relics, seasonal wildflowers and interpretive signage along trails.
Key highlights
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1,417-hectare bushland with eucalypt forest, woodland and heath
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Network of walking trails including Hissey, Lovers and Devil's Nose loops
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Wildlife viewing including western grey kangaroos, emus and over 100 bird species
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Para Wirra Lake and seasonal wildflower displays in spring
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