Limestone Coast Early Beginnings

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The history of the Limestone Coast stretches back thousands of years.

It is recorded in the rich oral histories of the Ngarrindjeri people, and reflected in a network of traditional indigenous sites located throughout the Limestone Coast.

Coorong National Park
The shallow lagoons and waterways of the Coorong are home to more than 200 species of birds, including the world's largest breeding colony of Australian  pelicans. The Coorong is also rich with hundreds of plant species, and is a sanctuary for native wildlife, with the picturesque inland sea proving a haven for the famous mullet, flounder, and bream.
The Coorong, Limestone Coast, South Australia
While rich in natural beauty this national park is also steeped in history, with 6,000 years of habitation by the Ngarrindjeri Aboriginal people leaving a precious legacy. Descendents are happy to share this, via a series of captivating walking trails and nature tours which unlock tales of flora, fauna and archaeological treasures.

The first white settlers did not arrive in the Limestone Coast until after 1840. They promptly took advantage of the fertile country and ideal climate by establishing vast pastoral holdings and stations, followed by communities and townships. Museums throughout the Limestone Coast tell the story of this fascinating past.

Coorong Wilderness Lodge
The Coorong Wilderness Lodge is situated in the beautiful Coorong wilderness area and offers an Indigenous cultural experience as well as enabling you to celebrate nature. The Lodge is built on sand hills overlooking the Coorong.

Download Map
See the fascinating Aboriginal Language Group map of the Limestone Coast [PDF 1.9 mb].

Take a Tour
Experience more of Aboriginal South Australia on a tour - see our Aboriginal Tours page for details and great ideas.
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