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St Kilda, South Australia, is a small historic seaside suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 24 kilometres from the CBD. The township comprises around 50 houses and sits on a narrow strip of land surrounded by water, just five kilometres off Port Wakefield Road, one of Adelaide’s major arterial highways. Access is also available via the Northern Connector Freeway, which has a dedicated turn-off to St Kilda.The St Kilda Adventure Park is located on Fooks Terrace and is a major attraction for the area. St Kilda forms part of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary and features a popular boat ramp, fishing from the breakwater, and extensive recreational facilities. The Adventure Park offers a wide range of unique play equipment, including a castle, shipwreck, slippery dips and more. A large car park is available and is suitable for cars, RVs and boat trailers.From 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, RVs are permitted to stay for up to three days at no cost due to government support following algal blooms that have impacted boating and recreational fishing in South Australian waters. After the three-day stay, visitors must move on but may return after a three-week break for another three-day stopover. On arrival guests will need to pick up a free registration form from the kiosk.Facilities include potable water, toilets, rubbish bins and covered seating. As of January 2026, the nearest dump point is approximately 10 kilometres away at the OTR Truck Stop. The Electric Tram Museum is open on public holidays and Sunday afternoons. The Tackle and Tucker Kiosk (08 8280 9355) and the St Kilda Hotel are both within easy walking distance for meals, while a large shopping centre is located at Burton, approximately eight kilometres away.Cost: From 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, RVs are permitted to stay for up to three days at no cost due to government support following algal blooms that have impacted boating and recreational fishing in South Australian waters. After the three-day stay, visitors must move on but may return after a three-week break for another three-day stopover. On arrival guests will need to pick up a free registration form from the kiosk.

Kimba is a rural service town on the Eyre Highway, sitting at the top of the Eyre Peninsula. The town is widely renowned for the ‘big galah’, which stands 7 metres tall on the side of the highway. The ‘big galah’ marks the halfway point between the east and west coasts of Australia.For those travelling along the Eyre Highway and looking for a place to stop, the Lions Park offers free short-term parking. There is no cost to stay on-site, and access to toilets, a BBQ area and gazebo is available. Please note there is no power available. A dump point is available for use at Kimba Recreation Reserve and potable water is also available on-site.Kimba is the eastern gateway to the spectacular Gawler Ranges. Only a 100 kilometres drive north-west, visitors have the chance to experience the open spaces and solitude of the outback. Gawler Ranges Visitor Information Bay on Railway Terrace is a uniquely designed structure displaying directions and features of the Gawler Ranges National Park.Kmabi is a multi-award winning free camp and named in the hall of fame for the Grey Nomads Awards, camp kitchen with access to free hot plate bbqs, hot & cold running water in the kitchen for dishes, graveled parking to minimize dust, toilets, coin-operated showers, mega mural, pet friendly, dump point, portable water, access to community clubs and within walking distance of the township.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Office, 9 Cross St, Kimba SAPh: 08 8627 2335www.kimba.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Cross St, High St, Park Tce & South Tce, North TceShort Term Parking           Lions Park, Park Terrace & Recreation Reserve, North TerraceLong Term Parking            Recreation Reserve, Old Pinkawillinie School site & Lake GilliesDump Point  Recreation Reserve Free Camp, North Tce, Kimba - free of charge, clearly identifiable and plenty of space to pull up along side to use Potable Water          Recreation Reserve Free Camp, North Tce, Kimba - free of charge, clearly identifiable and plenty of space to pull up along side to fill a water tankHospital        Martin Terrace, Ph: 08 8627 2400Doctors Surgery     Martin Terrace, Ph: 08 8627 2500Pharmacy     46 High St, Ph: 08 8627 2060Supermarket            IGA Friendly/Newsagency, High St, Ph: 08 8627 2006; IGA Everyday, Sth Tce, Ph: 08 8627 2015

Hopetoun is located on the Henty Highway, 62 kilometres north of Warracknabeal, within the Mallee region. The town is situated on the Yarriambiack Creek and is known as ‘The Gateway to the Parklands’ due to its close proximity to the Wyperfeld, Hattah-Kulkyne and Murray Sunset National Parks.Those visiting Hopetoun can find short-term parking at Lake Lascelles, Austin Street. There is a nominal fee for an unpowered site; however, powered sites will cost $30 per vehicle per night. A dump point is located at the corner of Henty Hwy & Evelyn Street, and potable water can be obtained from Mallee Bush Retreat, on the foreshore of Lake Lascelles.Lake Lascelles is located 400 metres from the town centre and is a popular venue for camping, swimming, fishing and skiing, with BBQ’s, a playground, and a boat ramp on-site. The area also hosts the Mallee Bush Retreat, a unique community owned accommodation village that offers long term parking for RV’s. The neighbouring Lake Corrong is a top fishing spot and a haven for birdlife. The nearby Wyperfeld National Park is one of Victoria's largest national parks and is known for its fauna and flora. There are plenty of things to see here, and a variety of landscapes and walking trails to explore.Tourist/Visitor Centre Gateway BEET (Business Education Employment Training), 75 Lascelles St, Hopetoun VIC Ph: 03 5083 3001Email: gateadmin@bordernet.com.au or gatewaybeet@bordernet.com.au www.hopetounvictoria.com.au Casual Parking Gateway BEET car park, IGA car park & Tool StShort Term Parking   Lake Lascelles, Austin St, pwr $30.00; unpwr $5papnLong Term Parking    Mallee Bush Retreat, Lake Lascelles; The Hopetoun Caravan Park, permit fees apply for Hopetoun Caravan ParkDump Point        Cnr Henty Hwy & Evelyn StPotable Water    Mallee Bush Retreat on the foreshore of Lake LascellesHospital    12 Mitchell Plc, Ph: 03 5083 2000Doctors Surgery         Mitchell Plc, Ph: 03 5083 2080Pharmacy 18 Austin St, Ph: 03 5083 3002Supermarket     IGA, 14 Austin St, Ph: 03 5083 3020