Lake Gilles Conservation Park

Eyre Peninsula

Eyre Peninsula

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About this campsite

Free bush camping at Lake Gilles Conservation Park on the Eyre Peninsula. No facilities. 2WD access to lake, 4WD required for northern areas.

Lake Gilles Conservation Park offers free bush camping with no facilities across a sparse, semi-arid mallee landscape approximately 430 kilometres from Adelaide. The saline lake is encircled by low sandy rises, gypsum dunes and isolated stony hills, providing a peaceful setting for birdwatching. The Eyre Highway passes through the park with 2WD vehicle access to the lake, while the northern area adjacent to Lake Gilles requires 4WD. Self-sufficient camping is permitted for caravans and tents. Managed by the South Australian Government, the park is open daily with free entry.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Tent Site

Free Camping

Location

Lake Gilles Conservation Park•SA

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Weather Forecast

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TODAY☀️

26° / 9°

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THU☁️

30° / 12°

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FRI⛈️

22° / 13°

💧 98%

SAT☁️

21° / 11°

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SUN🌦️

26° / 10°

💧 43%

Common questions about Lake Gilles Conservation Park

Is Lake Gilles Conservation Park free to camp at?

We have Lake Gilles Conservation Park in SA recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Lake Gilles Conservation Park have?

Lake Gilles Conservation Park has caravans, tent site and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Lake Gilles Conservation Park online?

We hold no online booking link for Lake Gilles Conservation Park, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Lake Gilles Conservation Park?

Lake Gilles Conservation Park sits in SA. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Lake Gilles Conservation Park

Facilities recorded for Lake Gilles Conservation Park
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
Tent Site	Yes
Free Camping	Yes

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