Dalhousie Springs
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Swimming
A remote desert oasis in Witjira National Park, South Australia, featuring over 120 artesian mound springs fed by the Great Artesian Basin. Visitors can swim in the warm, mineral-rich pools, historically significant to Aboriginal peoples.

šŸ“œ Dalhousie Springs is a National Heritage-listed site within Witjira National Park, South Australia. It is an outlet of the vast Great Artesian Basin, with water emerging after up to 3 million years underground.

Why Go

šŸŠ Swim in warm, 46-foot-deep pools with year-round temperatures around 37-43°C.
🌿 Experience a lush green oasis contrasting with the barren Simpson Desert.
šŸ¦… Observe unique wildlife, including endemic fish and water snails.
šŸ—æ Explore a culturally significant site for Aboriginal Australians, with archaeological remains.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Remote location requires a four-wheel drive vehicle for access.

Tips

šŸ“ Located almost 900 km north-west of Port Augusta.
šŸ•ļø Camping available with showers and caravan/camper trailer sites.

Cost

šŸ’° From $26.60 for campground fees.

Hours

šŸ•’ Main Pool open for swimming year-round.

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