THINGS TO DO
Welcome to Parachilna Overflow, your perfect base for exploring the Flinders Ranges and nearby Nilpena Ediacara National Park.
Our budget-friendly accommodation is conveniently located across the road from the iconic Prairie Hotel, and there are a range of regional attractions to explore during your stay.
Take a tour to Nilpena Ediacara National Park
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The Nilpena fossil beds stand unparalleled globally as the premier location for Ediacaran fossils, evidence of the earliest forms of complex animal life on the planet. Join a tour with Nilpena Ediacara Tours to uncover the complete narrative of how an unexpected find on an isolated station culminated in the establishment of the Nilpena-Ediacara National Park.
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Have a house-brewed beer at South Australia's most remote brewery
Nestled in the Flinders Ranges at the iconic Prairie Hotel in Parachilna, the Parachilna Brew Project offers a one-of-a-kind brewing adventure! With the brewery situated in full view from the Prairie's front bar, you can consume onsite what was brewed onsite. Freshly poured straight from tank to tap in the state's most far-flung microbrewery.
Enjoy a taste of the outback and dine at the Prairie Hotel
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Known for its use of feral and native meats including camel, emu, goat and Kangaroo dining at the Prairie Hotel is sure to surprise and delight while giving you a taste of the South Australian Outback. Be sure to check opening times and note that dinner is only available for those with a reservation so be sure to make a booking.
Stare at the stars for hours
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Seriously, it's really easy to do here in Parachilna. With clear skies and minimal light pollution the sky comes alive at night and the opportunity to count shooting stars abound.
Visit a gorge or two, or three...
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Weather you prefer to explore by car on on foot there are a number of spectacular gorges to visit surrounding Parachilna - Brachina Gorge, Parachilna Gorge and Bunyeroo Gorge just to name a few!
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Sip a sundowner over a legendary Parachilna Sunset
There's even a song about it! With the sun sinking like a ball over the flat outback plain in one direction, it lights up face of the Flinders Ranges in the other. You will find it hard to know where to look during this magical time of day.