Wildlife & Nature
Conservation parks and native bushland
The best wildlife & nature in Eden Valley
Conservation parks, bushgardens and reserves where the Barossa's native flora and fauna thrive.
Beyond the manicured vineyards, the Barossa is fringed by pockets of native bushland that shelter kangaroos, echidnas, koalas and a rich variety of birdlife. These reserves offer a peaceful counterpoint to a day of tasting.
The conservation parks ringing the valley are the best places to encounter wildlife. Kaiserstuhl in the eastern hills and Para Wirra to the south both teem with kangaroos at dawn and dusk, while the Barossa Bushgardens near Nuriootpa showcase the indigenous plants that once covered the valley floor. The bushland reserve around the Barossa Reservoir is another reliable spot for birds and roos.
Many of these places double as walking and hiking destinations, so you can combine a nature walk with a picnic. Visit in the cooler hours for the best wildlife sightings, and tread lightly to protect these fragile habitats.