RENMARK TOURIST DRIVE
See the sights and delights of the Renmark Township on this 43km journey via the comfort of your own vehicle. Without giving too much away some of the highlights include:
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Olivewood Historic Homestead & Museum - a National Trust property which was once home to the founders of Renmark, the Chaffey Brothers.
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Angove Family Winemakers - Angove’s is Australia’s largest family owned winery and were actually the inventors of the wine cask.
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Frank Harding Gallery - offering a collection of Word War II paintings signed by the individual pilots who flew the planes and a stunning ceiling mural of depicting Australia’s most famous Bush Rangers.
Collect a Renmark Tourist Drive brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or  click here.
PARINGA TOURIST DRIVE
Often referred to as the ‘Little Town with the Big Heart’, Paringa is home to some great attractions and points of interest, including but not limited to the following:
Collect a Paringa Tourist Drive brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
RENMARK ROSE DRIVE/WALK
Few flowers can compete with the breathtaking beauty and exquisite perfume of the rose. The Renmark Rose Drive/Walk has been designed to help you find, identify and take pleasure in the beautiful roses that are on show in the Renmark Paringa Council’s rose beds.
The Renmark Paringa Council maintain over 3,500 rose bushes in various garden beds located in the townships of Renmark and Paringa. The majority of rose bushes are watered with recycled water. Renmark is extremely proud of its rose gardens, however you will notice as you walk through the town that there are some roses that remain unidentified. With so many rose bushes and varieties, this becomes a working progress.
Collect a Renmark Rose Drive/Walk brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
RENMARK RIVERFRONT TOWN HERITAGE WALK
Take a stroll along the Renmark Riverfront Town Heritage Walk. This easy 2½ kilometre walk (also suitable for bicycles) interprets historical information about the town and river. Why not stop for a drink or bite to eat at the Tower Tavern situated in the Jane Eliza Estate, sit out on the balcony and enjoy the magnificent Murray River scenery.
An extension of the walk takes you to the nearby town of Paringa, past the caravan parks and across the Historic Paringa Bridge. Check out the Black Stump while in Paringa, it is the largest of 11 known black stumps in Australia.
Collect a Renmark Riverfront Town Heritage Walk brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
BORDER CLIFFS CUSTOMS HOUSE
WETLAND WALKING TRAIL
Starting near the old Customs House on the South Australian/Victorian border, the 4km trail loop meanders through a wetland supported by the many creeks that run through the Chowilla Game Reserve. The wetland flora and fauna are highlights of this trail, especially the majestic River Red Gums and abundant birdlife.
The Border Cliffs Customs House Wetland Walking Trail is located 35 km north-east of Renmark along Murtho Road at nearby Paringa. Facilities include toilets, picnic area, refreshments (at the Customs House General Store) and camping is available on site for small fee. It is an excellent way to learn about wetland environments, do a spot of fishing or experience the backwaters in a canoe.
On the drive to this walk, stop at Headings Cliffs Lookout for a spectacular view of the Golden Limestone Cliffs and Murray River.
Collect a Border Cliffs Customs House Wetland Walking Trail brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
PARINGA PADDOCK NATURE WALK
The Paringa Paddock area has been managed and maintained by two volunteer rangers, Mr Alec Ayling and Mr John Steed, since 1983. Their interest and activity in the area has been very successful with removal of many tonnes of rubbish, ongoing maintenance and the establishment of interesting walking trails.
The nature walk was developed with the assistance of Faye Brodie, a teacher at the Renmark Primary School, John Steed & Alec Ayling. It was opened in December 1991. The walk is approximately 1km in length with 25 points of interest, each numbered with a wooden post and identifying and explaining the vegetation of the floodplain.
Collect a Paringa Paddock Nature Walk brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
HISTORY OF THE RENMARK CEMETERY
This is the original cemetery on land allotted for this purpose by the Chaffey Brothers and its area has expanded over the years. The oldest section is located along the Arumpo Street boundary and contains many unmarked graves. To date, there have not been plans to re-use these older plots as is the practice in many cemeteries in Adelaide. The Renmark Cemetery Walking Trail holds a great deal of family history for interested persons; it will take approximately 1.5 hours walking at a casual pace.
Collect a History Trail of the Renmark Cemetery brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
TARGET MARKE HIKE DANGGALI CONSERVATION PARK
Hike starts from Canopus Homestead, headquarters of Danggali Conservation Park, passing through typical outback Mallee vegetation. Relics of pastoral history are highlighted, including Target Mark and Olympic Dams.
Danggali Conservation Park is renowned for its birdlife, and this hike provides a unique opportunity to observe arid land wildlife in its natural habitat. The approximate length is 17km and should take approximately 4.5 hours.
RIVERLAND NATURE TRAILS
Stretching three hundred kilometres along some
of the Murray River's most dramatic and lovely scenery, the Riverland is a destination rapidly
becoming known for its remarkable natural environment and heritage.
Collect the Riverland Nature Trails brochure from the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre or click here.
HEADINGS CLIFFS
Stunning views overlooking the Murray River & magnificent Golden Limestone Cliffs
Murtho Road, Paringa
RENMARK
Distant views over the Renmark Township and nearby fruit properties.
Chino Street, Renmark
PARINGA
Offering modest views over the Murray River and surrounding willow trees.
Lookout Drive, Paringa |
