John Simons Flora & Fauna Sanctuary
Located within the Living Desert is the 180ha John Simons Flora & Fauna Sanctuary which is bordered by an electric predator-proof fence.
The area allows visitors to gain an educational and cultural experience which further enhances an understanding of our area's Aboriginal Heritage.
On the 2.2km Sanctuary Cultural Walk Trail you will discover Aboriginal Heritage, wildflowers (incl. Sturt Desert Peas), an arboretum of native plants, geological interpretation, an animal viewing hide, scenic lookouts, a prospector mine site, quartz outcrops and free ranging fauna including wallaroos and red kangaroos.
Walking trail:
Approximately 2.2km - return
Estimated completion time:
Approximately 1.5 hours to walk and observe interpretations.
Please note: NO PETS ALLOWED (except guide dogs)
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SANCTUARY OPENING TIMES
Summer months (Dec-Feb): 6.00am to 2.00pm
Remaining months: 9.00am to 5.00pm
When visiting the Living Desert, please be aware that this area is isolated. Sturdy footwear, a hat and sunscreen is advisable. Please wear appropriate clothing according to the weather and take sufficient drinking water with you. Remain on walking tracks at all times. Do not disturb the natural features of the environment. Do not touch interpretive displays or artefacts.
FLORA WALKING TRACK
Advisory Notice:
Personal Safety Precautions: Wear secure walking shoes. Dress to suit weather conditions. Carry water in hot weather.
Environmental Protection: Remain on walking tracks at all times. Do not disturb the natural features of the environment. Do not touch interpretive displays or artefacts.
Skill and Fitness Levels Required: Users need no bush walking experience and are responsible for their own safety.
Specific Conditions: Users may encounter natural hazards such as steep slopes, unstable surfaces and minor water crossings.
Descriptive Notice:
Track Rating: Classification 3
Type of Track: Loop - return
Effect of Weather Conditions: Sections of the track may be slippery under foot when wet.
Opening and Closing Hours: Summer months (Dec-Feb) 6:00am to 2:00pm. Remaining months 9:00am to 5:00pm
Distance to Designated Point: Approximately 1km - return
Estimated Completion Time: Approximately 1 hour to walk and observe interpretations.
CULTURAL HIKE TRACK
Advisory Notice:
Personal Safety Precautions: Wear secure walking shoes. Dress to suit weather conditions. Carry water in hot weather.
Environmental Protection: Remain on walking tracks at all times. Do not disturb the natural features of the environment. Do not touch interpretive displays or artefacts.
Skill and Fitness Levels Required: Users need no bush walking experience and are responsible for their own safety.
Special Conditions: Users may encounter natural hazards such as steep slopes, unstable surfaces and minor water crossings.
Descriptive Notice:
Track Rating: Classification 3
Type of Track: Loop -return
Effect of Weather Conditions: Sections of the track may be slippery under foot when wet.
Opening and Closing Hours: Summer months (Dec-Feb) 6:00am to 1.30pm. Remaining months 9:00am to 4:30pm
Distance to Designated Point: Approximately 1.4km - return
Estimated Completion Time: Approximately 1 hour to walk and observe interpretations.