Travel Guide - The Vulkathunha - Gammon Ranges National Park is a rugged and remote park in the North Flinders Ranges. The park's deep gorges and chasms, towering ranges, tree-lined creeks and freshwater springs are havens for many rare and endangered plants and animals.
The stark wildness and landscape of Lake Frome is a unique feature of the park. This ephemeral salt lake stretches 100 kilometres long and 40 kilometres wide and plays an important role in the lives of the Adnyamathanha people. The 'Plains Block' leading out to the edge of Lake Frome still remains a traditional hunting ground.
There are several hiking trails to explore the park including the Italowie Gorge Hike which takes you past Mount McKinlay Spring, or the Weetootla Gorge Hike which meanders through the stunning Weetootla Gorge.
There are several tracks to explore the park and its surrounding areas by car. Most tracks are accessible by two wheel drive, although the Wortupa Loop Track and the track to Lake Frome require a four wheel drive.
Please see National Parks South Australia website for details of all fees and facilities.
GPS enabled maps are available for this park, check the website for details.
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