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About - The Flinders

The Flinders

About

The Flinders was started to provide a comprehensive resource on, well… the Flinders Ranges.

Existing websites do a reasonable job of showcasing the main attractions, but they tend to skimp on the details and are often written for travellers who want to tick attractions off a list.

The Flinders is a resource for anyone who wants to delve deeper into what the area has to offer. 

It’s for those who want detailed, personalised advice without having to visit a thousand websites. It’s for those who enjoy relaxing, meaningful holidays where time is utilised but not over utilised.

The site will also answer some of the most important Flinders-specific questions. These are the questions I see repeated on social media platforms, and they usually involve topics that can ruin a trip:

 When is the best time to visit? 

What do I need to be prepared for?

How remote is the Flinders? 

What services are available?

Where can I stay and what types are accommodation are available? 

Do I need to book ahead?

How do I get to the Flinders and do I need a 4WD for best spots?

What is there to do and what is a realistic itinerary?

What permits do I need to enter or camp in the national parks? 

Can I take pets into the national park? 

Where are the best pet-friendly areas? 

How can I enjoy my time in the outback and around wildlife safely?

What Indigenous customs or etiquette do I need to be aware of?

Who am I?

Sunset on the Hawker to Leigh Creek road

Hi! 

My name is Ben, and I’m the one-man band behind The Flinders. I’m a writer by trade so content development is very much in my wheelhouse… I only wish I could say the same about website design!

What I can attest to is a long and sustained love of the Flinders Ranges region. I first visited when I was a few years old, but distinctly remember camping in Brachina Gorge with a set-up that consisted of a VK Berlina and second-hand campervan.

Now Brachina Gorge is about the best introduction anyone can have to the Flinders Ranges. Naturally, I became enamoured with the tall whispering trees, towering rock faces and a general sense of isolation and peace.

The Flinders is in my blood and I feel a palpable sense of loss when I haven’t visited in a while. I’m sure many of you feel the same way and share my enthusiasm for this wild and enchanting slice of South Australia.

Feel free to drop me a line if you have any questions or comments. I would love to hear from you!