Keith is a small farming town in the south-east of South Australia, 225 kilometres from Adelaide. Located at the intersection of the Dukes Highway and the Riddoch Highway, Keith is known as the gateway to the Limestone Coast. The township of Keith was proclaimed in 1889 with agriculture as its base. The region was once known as the Ninety Mile Desert however thanks to modern farming techniques it has been transformed. The underground aquifer allows for significant irrigation to take place in the area. Local artist James Darling created a water feature titled ‘Circle Work’ in the town centre. The art piece celebrates the vital cycle of water through the Australian landscape. Keith is known as the Lucerne capital of Australia. Herds of sheep and cattle make up the majority of livestock while crops of wheat, barley, small seeds and olives are also grown.

Visitors to Keith can find short and long-term parking at Keith Showground, cnr Emu Flat Rd & Showground Pde. Sites are available for $10 per person per night and stays are limited to 72 hours. Permits are obtainable from the caretaker & include access to toilets, potable water & showers.

Keith has many attractions including museums, vineyards, wineries, art galleries, parks and gardens. Mount Monster and Ngarkat Conservation Parks are home to western grey kangaroos and emu as well as more than 120 species of birds. A number of walking trails provide close encounters with the wildlife. Panoramic views from Mount Monster showcase the spectacular beauty of the surrounding areas. The annual Keith Show is held in early October and exhibitions include livestock, poultry, produce arts and crafts, show dogs, equestrian events and more.

Tourist/Visitor Centre       

North Terrace, Bordertown SA

Ph: 08 8752 0700

bordertownvic@tatiara.sa.gov.au

www.tatiara.sa.gov.au

Casual Parking       

Tolmer Terrace, adj to Heritage St & Anzac Terrace

Short Term Parking           

Keith Showground, cnr Emu Flat Rd & Showground Pde, (72hr), $10.00 pppn, permit obtainable from caretaker & incl access to toilets, potable water & showers. Ph: 0498 148 291. All travellers welcome.

Dump Point  

Keith Caravan Park, Naracoorte Rd

Potable Water          

Keith Caravan Park, Naracoorte Rd

Hospital        

35 Hill Ave, Ph: 08 8755 1555

Doctors Surgery     

35 Hill Ave, Ph: 08 8755 1766

Dentist           

Tolmer Terrace, Ph: 08 8755 1835

Pharmacy     

26 Hender St, Ph: 08 8755 1259

Supermarket            

IGA, 35 Hender St, Ph: 08 8755 1270