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Naracoorte

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Naracoorte - Cities, Towns and Localities

Located in the Limestone Coast region Naracoorte and its surrounds offer the visitor a huge variety of attractions, from the many great townships, breathtaking scenery, abundance of wildlife, wetlands of international importance and South Australia’s only World Heritage Area. It is home to the largest living red gum, the biggest Field Days, fresh local produce, fine wine and unique attractions.

Naracoorte was named in 1869, following a decision to merge the two neighbouring towns of ‘Narracoorte’ and ‘Kincraig’. Its name is believed to have been derived from the Potaruwutjil word ‘ngarankort’, meaning ‘the place of the stone axe’. The Aboriginal people traded these and other tools during ceremonies at nearby swamplands over many hundred of years.

The township is renowned for its Scottish heritage and historic buildings, combine this with the nearby Bool Lagoon and Naracoorte Caves National Park, and you will find a destination that begs you to stay longer.

For up-to-date info, visit the local tourism centre. For Naracoorte accommodation click here:

	Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre MacDonnell Street NARACOORTE SA 5271 Ph: 08 8762 1518 Tollfree: 1800 244 421 Fax: 08 8762 0745
	MSN Map of Naracoorte, South Australia

Naracoorte Attractions

Bool Lagoon
• National Parks and Wildlife • Ph: 08 8762 3412 / 08 8762 2340 • Fax: 08 8762 1231
• Located only 21 km south of Naracoorte is this bird lover’s and photographer’s paradise. This Wetland of International Importance contains one of the largest and most diverse freshwater lagoon systems in South Australia, containing one of the most significant bird habitats in the country. With the spectacular brolga just one of 155 recorded species known to inhabit the lagoon, there are specially created boardwalks and bird hides to enable the visitor the ability to observe the wildlife at a closer range. The seasonal wetland is best viewed in spring. Check with the National Parks for details.

Naracoorte Caves National Park
• There are currently 26 known caves in the park, with a number of them open for daily tours. There is camping facilities, bush trails, adventure caving and much more.

Naracoorte Art Gallery
• 91 Ormerod St, NARACOORTE SA 5271 • Ph: 08 8762 3390
• Free admission - showcasing traditional and contemporary visual arts.

Yulgilbar Wood Gallery
• Ph: 08 8762 3246 • Fax: 08 8762 0406 •

• Tourism South East Award Winner • Aged red gum tables, bowls and fine wood craft brought to life in local timbers. Only a 10 minute drive south of Naracoorte, opposite the Naracoorte Caves.

Naracoorte Tours	SA Tours • Outback • Eco • Adventure • National Tours
Limestone Coast Discovery Tours • 7 Pine Grove, NARACOORTE SA 5271 • Ph: 08 8762 4111 • • Discover the wonders of our region on our personalised tour. Day, weekend and personal tours.

Naracoorte Other links

Naracoorte Tourism
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• by Michael Maria
• Plenty of info including calendar of events, attractions, nature surrounds, vines and wines and much more.

Naracoorte Lucindale Council
• Degaris Place, NARACOORTE SA 5271 • Ph: 08 8762 2133 •

• Includes tourist information and events calender.

The Naracoorte Herald
• 6 Ormerod St, NARACOORTE SA 5271 • Ph: 08 8762 2555 •

• Online newspaper.

Anglican Parish of Naracoorte
• The parish website, with information about parish family, worship, local news and events.