Laura (SA)
Laura is a historic town located at the southern gateway to South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, positioned along the Horrocks Highway approximately 230 kilometres north of Adelaide. Established in the late 19th century, Laura developed as an important service and railway town supporting surrounding pastoral districts and agricultural communities.
The town is closely associated with South Australia’s rail heritage, having once been a key junction on the narrow-gauge railway network that connected the Flinders Ranges to Port Augusta and beyond. Today, this history is preserved through local heritage features and interpretive signage that reflect Laura’s role in opening up the region.
Laura is best known as a base for exploring Mount Remarkable National Park, which lies just to the east of the township. The park offers dramatic gorges, rugged mountain landscapes, native wildlife, and well-marked walking trails, including access to the popular Warren Gorge, renowned for its scenic beauty and yellow-footed rock-wallaby sightings.
The surrounding countryside reflects the transition between agricultural land and true outback landscapes, a contrast that shaped early settlement patterns defined by Goyder’s Line. Visitors to Laura gain insight into the challenges faced by early settlers attempting to farm the region’s variable climate.
Today, Laura offers a quiet, authentic country-town atmosphere with historic buildings, local accommodation, and easy access to some of the southern Flinders Ranges’ most striking natural and cultural attractions. It remains a rewarding stop for travellers seeking history, scenery, and a deeper connection to regional South Australia.
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📍 Attractions & Points of Interest
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Other Attractions in Laura
- Jacka Brothers Brewery - Melrose
- Gladstone Gaol
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🗺️ Points of Interest & Landmarks
These natural landmarks and local points of interest form an important part of Laura’s landscape, history, and sense of place. ShowcasingOz TV will capture these locations during filming to help tell the broader story of the region.
Wilbur's Watch
A roadside lookout offering elevated views across the surrounding countryside and ranges, Wilbur’s Watch provides a quiet stop for travellers to take in the landscape and appreciate the region’s natural setting.
Doughboy Reserve
A local reserve featuring natural bushland and open space, Doughboy Reserve is valued for short walks, picnicking, and its peaceful rural atmosphere near the township.
Wirrabara Silo Art
A striking public art installation transforming grain silos into large-scale murals celebrating local history, forestry, and community life, making Wirrabara a popular stop on South Australia’s silo art trail.
Bundaleer Forest Reserve
Australia’s first planted forest reserve, Bundaleer Forest features historic pine plantings, walking tracks, picnic areas, and strong links to South Australia’s forestry heritage.
Mariette's Lookout
A scenic lookout offering panoramic views over the surrounding ranges and valleys, Mariette’s Lookout is a popular spot for photography and quiet reflection.
Dead Man’s Hill Signboard
A historic signboard marking a local landmark with a sombre name, offering insight into early settler history and the stories that shaped the region.
Laura Township
A historic Flinders Ranges town known for its railway heritage, quiet country atmosphere, and proximity to Mount Remarkable National Park, serving as a gateway to nearby natural attractions.
Laura Lookout
An elevated viewpoint overlooking the township of Laura and the surrounding plains, providing a clear perspective of the town’s setting at the edge of the Flinders Ranges.
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Other Accommodation in Laura
- Stone Hut Cottages - Stone Hut
- North Laura Hotel
- Laura (SA) Community Caravan Park
- Taralee Orchards
- Gladstone Caravan Park
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