Welcome to the South East's Inland Area
The inland region of the South East offers a diversity of experiences unequaled throughout Australia. From the World Heritage listed Limestone Caves in Naracoorte which date back to an era remembered now only by the fossils this cave system has preserved, to Coonawarra vineyards planted atop the famous Terra Rossa soils which today produce some of the worlds finest red wines, the South East of South Australia really does have it all.
View Mount Gambier's Blue Lake, renowned for its colour change to a deep blue in mid November each year, reverting back to grey in April of the following year, a phenomenon scientists still find difficult to explain. Walk around the rim of Mount Shank, an extinct volcano, or for those a little fitter, follow the track into the heart of this crater. Marvel at the heritage this region so proudly exhibits, heritage that includes majestically maintained private homes, restored public buildings, or the remains of historic sights including jails at Mount Gambier and Robe.
Wander at your leisure through national parks and breathtaking wetlands scattered throughout the region offering a superb habitat for an enormous variety of birds and animals. The diversity of the region will amaze and enthrall you. Visit the Woods McKillop Schoolhouse in Penola to appreciate the significance of Mother Mary McKillop, stroll down Petticoat Lane and be transported back in time, appreciate the tall pines which form the basis of the region's timber industry and stretch in endless plantation from Penola to the sea.
Visit nature parks, shell gardens, museums, fun parks, play golf on some of South Australia's finest golf courses, play tennis, go cave diving - the options are limited only by your own imagination. Yes it is true. The South East really does offer a total experience, an experience you will remember with pleasure and satisfaction.
Australia
Limestone Coast Region
