Warren Gorge is located in the central
Flinders Ranges, about 20 kilometres north-west of
Quorn. It is a popular destination for bush campers and day visitors, known for its spectacular rock outcrops, shady
creek lines, River Red Gums, and wildlife, especially the Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby.The area offers opportunities for bushwalking,
camping, rock climbing, and observing flora and fauna.
Camping is most popular during school holidays,
Easter, and October long weekends, with the main
camping season running from March to November. Summer months (December to February) see little
camping due to heat and dry conditions.Facilities include refuse collection,
toilets, picnic areas, barbecues, car
parking, and signage. There is a self-
registration station for permits at
the entrance.
The Gorge is managed by The
Flinders Ranges Council, which is working to improve visitor facilities, regulate
camping, rehabilitate degraded areas, and protect environmental and landscape values.The area is also used for sheep grazing and has hosted large events such as 'Opera in the Outback' and 'Sounds under the
Southern Cross'.The Management Plan encompasses the Reserve and an area which extends approximately 400 metres north into private property under a lease agreement between the landowner and The
Flinders Ranges Council.
The Gorge occupies Lots 103 & 104 FP34585 Hundred of Yarrah, and the area most commonly used for
camping and visitor access extends north into Section 145 & 146 and Lot 101 FP34585.Running
water, tadpoles, jagged rocks, shady trees,
water cress,
hill climbing, kangaroos, wild flowers and wide open spaces. At sunrise and dusk you may even see some of the yellow footed rock wallabies. Some bush long drop
toilets have been provided by the
Flinders Ranges Council and rubbish
bins are located at strategic
places. There is plenty of room here as the
camp sites are spread over many areas and you can select your own site. Many of the
Quorn locals along with those from
Port Augusta will be found here on a Sunday afternoon picnic.