Newland Head Conservation Park

Welcome to the Newland Head Conservation Park! This protected area is located within the locality of Waitpinga on the southern coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia.

The park is 91 km south of Adelaide and 7 km southwest of Victor Harbor. Its name is derived from Newland Head, which takes a prominent position at the eastern boundary of the park. The park has been classified as an IUCN Category III protected area to preserve its ecological significance.

Newland Head Conservation Park features two long beaches, Waitpinga and Parsons, popular among surfers and fishing enthusiasts. Newland Head Conservation Park has a single campground - Waitpinga campground accessible at a distance of 750 meters inland from Waitpinga Beach. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of native vegetation featuring pink gums and wattle trees with several private individual camping sites available. Furthermore, the campground has limited tank water, toilets, picnic areas, and a communal barbecue area with gas barbeques. Visitors are requested to bring gas or fuel stoves instead of wood fires as the use of wood fires is strictly prohibited. Camping fees apply.

Newland Head Conservation Park provides various walking trails ranging from easy to medium difficulty levels. Visitors can explore the magnificent coastal area with breathtaking views of the Southern Ocean coastline which are perfect for photography enthusiasts. Trails commence from the eastern end of the Waitpinga campground, including the Ridgeway Hill Loop Hike, the Coastal Cliffs Loop Hike, the Campground to Beach Hike, and the Heysen Trail. Visitors must take adequate precautions as the park is known for its unpredictable weather and wildlife.