With the air of a Martian colony awaiting the arrival of the next supply ship, Arkaroola is a star attraction in the Northern Flinders Ranges region.

Popular with grey nomads, the resort provides comfortable accommodation with both a four star and two star rating, a swimming pool, restaurant and a campground.

Opportunities abound for bush walking, four wheel driving and looking at rocks, for it’s a cornucopia for mineralogists and geologists.

The rugged Ridgetop Tour is an absolute must, as is the nightly Observatory Tour. Fight tooth and nail for a spot next to Arkaroola’s owner Doug Sprigg, a walking encyclopaedia and kill for a seat on one of his aerial geology tours over Lake Frome and the Mawson Plateau.

Petrol, basic mechanical repairs and tyre services are available.

How to get there?
Access via Copley or the back road from Yunta. 4WD not necessary, but two spare tyres are advisable. Check for current road conditions at the RAA garage at Copley. The road to Arkaroola is on gravel, so keep the speed down and enjoy the spectacular Gammon Ranges as you pass. There is an airstrip near Arkaroola and transfers can be arranged to and from the resort.

by Luigi Mole

The drive into the village of Arkaroola is pass the Ark-Henge display of the geological rock types found in the area and some relics from the mining industry and pioneer days. There is the display visitor centre, with the actual reception, for the accommodation booking enquiries opposite. Here you can also get a meal, drink, souvenirs and book your tours.

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