The Coorong Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
national park in South Australia
About The Coorong
The name is derived from the Ngarrindjeri word "Kurangk" which means "sand dune". This is because there are sand dunes separating the mainland from the Southern Ocean, which can be seen clearly from the park. Most of it is... sand, as the entire park is a beach. The Coorong National Park is one of Australia's most important wetlands and is a RAMSAR designated site. It is most famous for its pelican breeding grounds and has been recognised by BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area. It has supported the chestnut teal, Australian shelduck, sharp-tailed sandpiper, red-necked stint, banded stilt, red-necked avocet, pied oystercatcher and red-capped plover. Australasian bitterns have been recorded. It has also supported significant numbers of orange-bellied parrots, fairy terns and hoo
Top Attractions in The Coorong
Explore the best things to see and do in The Coorong:
- ★Coorong Beach
- ★Murray Mouth Lookout
Where to Eat in The Coorong
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Coorong Cafe
Where to Stay in The Coorong
- 🏨Hindmarsh Island Caravan Park
The Coorong Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: