Karrawirra-tya-illa Campground (Hike or ride-in only)
(Gar-a-wirra-tie-ya-illa)
Karrawirra-tya-illa Campground is situated on shared Peramangk and Kaurna Country, in Old Kersbrook Forest.
The name, meaning “red gum camping place”, uses a mixture of Kaurna and Peramangk languages to recognise and respect the First Nations People who used this place for meeting, birthing, and hunting and gathering within the area’s red gum riparian flats.
Nestled within native bushland between Native Forest Reserves, this remote campground is accessible by hikers and cyclists using the Para Wirra Link via Cattleyard Track. The Para Wirra Link via Cattleyard Track commences at Para Wirra Conservation Park and traverses Old Kersbrook Forest before entering South Para Reservoir. Keen walkers can continue on the South Para to Mount Crawford Forest trail from South Para Reservoir to finish at Rocky Paddock Campground in Mount Crawford Forest (note this trail is for walkers only).
Camping is permitted from 1 April to 30 November annually.
This is a ‘No fires’ campground. Fuel stoves only.
No vehicle access is available.
Facilities and features
- 15 unpowered sites with a maximum of 2 guests per campsite
- Accommodates up to 30 guests in total
- 1 shelter with 2 picnic tables and a rainwater tank*
- 1 pit toilet with disability access and rainwater tank*
* Rainwater cannot be relied upon and is not suitable for drinking without treatment.
Arrival and departure
Overnight bookings: Arrive after 12pm, depart before 11am.
Bookings and fees
Fees apply for camping at Karrawirra-tya-illa Campground. Campsite fees are charged per person.
Hit the booking button below to make a booking.
Please note: Our online booking system may automatically allocate you a campsite, but you are free to choose your favourite campsite on arrival.
The forest is closed to the public on declared Total Fire Ban days. To report a fire, call 000.
Old Kersbrook Forest is located within the Mount Lofty Ranges Fire Ban District. For fire ban information phone 1800 362 361 or visit the CFS website. Being aware of a Total Fire Ban is your responsibility.
Fire is prohibited on ForestrySA land between November 1 and April 30 in any year. (These dates may be extended in areas where high fire danger persists).
