Quorn

Population 1450.

Quorn is situated in the Southern Flinders Ranges 40km north east of Port Augusta.

Originally a very busy railway settlement established in 1875, on what was to become the Ghan Railway Line, Quorn has many wonderful links to its heritage. The beautiful historic buildings show a direct connection with Quorns steam heritage. The grand Quorn Railway Station, completed in 1916, is now the place to step into the past and ride the Pichi Richi Railway. The local hotels are a sure sign of a once prosperous and populous railway town, The Austral, The Transcontinental and The Criterion and The Grand Junction, still service the locals and travellers alike.

As a base for exploring the Southern Flinders Ranges, Quorn is an excellent choice. All the modern facilities are available to make Your stay perfect. Within a short drive are a large number of wonderful places to visit. Take a trip on the Pichi Richi Railway to Woolshed Flat or through to Port Augusta.

South of Quorn is the beautifulRichman Valley, including Waukarie Falls and Devils Peak. From the Richman Valley it is possible to access Mount Brown Conservation Park and walk the Mount Brown Conservation Park Summit Hike.

West of Quorn is Dutchmans Stern Conservation Park, Warren Gorge, Buckaringa Gorge, and Middle Gorge. Further along this road are Proby's Grave and Simmonston.

Heading north of Quorn towards Hawker takes the traveller across the Willocra Plains, passed the sites of Willochra, Gordon, Kanyaka Homestead Ruins, Wilson, and Yourambulla Caves. Beyond Hawker is the world famous Wilpena Pound.

Accommodation

There are many places to stay in and around Quorn, all types of accommodation, from Bed & Breakfast, Retreats, Hotels, Motels, Guesthouses, Self Catered, Camping, Cabins and Caravan Parks are available.

Whatever your style, you'll find a great place to stay in Quorn.

Tours at and to Quorn

There are many Tours to and around the Quorn area, from Adelaide and the local area.

Quorn has it's own Tour Operators with a great knowledge of this wonderful locality and the Flinders Ranges, so why not experience it with people who know all the best spots.

Whatever your style, you'll find a great Tour in Quorn.

# Try a tour of the local areas with Wallaby Tracks Tours.

# Take a ride on the Pichi Richi Railway.

Things To See and Do

There are so many Things To See and Do in the Quorn area.

Start with a visit to the Quorn Visitor Information Centre

3 Seventh Street,
Quorn
South Australia, 5433
Phone (08) 8648 6419
Fax (08) 8648 6419
Email vic@flindersranges.com www.flindersranges.com/

Local Attractions

Visit some of the local attractions and interesting tourist spots.

Take a walk around the Town Heritage walk.

Visit Wallaby Paul's Photo Gallery.

Walks

Sporting Clubs

Quorn has a number of sporting clubs for those keen to participate. There is a Golf Course on East Terrace, and the Quorn Bowling Club on Railway Terrace, phone (08) 8648 6132 . Whatever your favourite sport, you'll find plenty of options in Quorn.

National Parks

Within a short drive of Quorn there are several National Parks and Conservation Parks, including Flinders Ranges National Park, Dutchmans Stern Conservation Park, Mount Brown Conservation Park, and Mount Remarkable National Park

Dining Out

There are plenty of dining options in Quorn including Restaurants, Cafes, Hotels and other Dining Options. Whatever your favourite foods, you'll find plenty of options in Quorn and the surrounding area.

Local History

Quorn Events Calendar

Quorn Plays Host to Many Great Events during each Year.

Quorn Events Calendar for 2008