Walking & Hiking
Volcanic craters, caves and coastal trails
The best walking & hiking in Limestone Coast
Explore volcanic crater walks, cave reserves and rugged coastline on the region's many trails.
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Blue Lake
A striking crater lake in an extinct volcano that turns a vivid cobalt blue from late spring through summer. It supplies Mount Gambier's drinking water.
Little Blue Lake
A water-filled limestone sinkhole near Mount Schank popular for swimming, with clear blue water and a platform for access. It is a favourite local spot on hot days.
Naracoorte Caves
South Australia's only World Heritage Site, preserving an exceptional fossil record of ancient megafauna within a network of limestone caves. Guided tours explore both fossil chambers and decorated caves.
Umpherston Sinkhole
A collapsed limestone cave transformed into a terraced sunken garden, also known as the Sunken Garden. Possums often gather here at dusk.