Graeme Claxton Reserve
Graeme Claxton Reserve
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Graeme Claxton Reserve is a serene riverside camp nestled along the Murray River bank in Cadell, South Australia. It offers free camping facilities where you can unwind with river activities or exploring the rich Riverland area. The site features clean facilities, BBQ grills and picnic tables, lodged in an idyllic setting downstream from the Cadell Ferry, complete with a view of pelicans leisurely floating by and the striking red cliffs on the river's opposite bank.
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Graeme Claxton Reserve•Kings Riverside Drive, Cadell, SA, 5321
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Kings Riverside Drive
Cadell, SA 5321
Graeme Claxton Reserve
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