Burra Creek Gorge is about 170 k's from Adelaide and sits between Robertstown and Burra in the State's mid north.  You can either head for Burra through Tarlee etc, or go through Kapunda, Eudunda, and Robertstown.  The gorge is 20 k's out of Robertstown along the Robertstown to Burra Road.  From Burra, head east along the Burra to Morgan Road and the Robertstown-Burra Road runs south off of this about 10 k's out.  The Robertstown to Burra Road is also known as Worlds End Highway.  Guess what Burra Gorge is also called?  Yep...Worlds End Gorge.

There are heaps of camping spots here.  The main area is just at the bottom of the short hill as you first enter.  It's on the left and is impossible to miss.  It's a huge area and can accomodate the largest camping party with room still left for several more groups.  The ground here is fairly level and of hard (but not rocky) soil.  A dirt road runs around the circumference of the whole area, with a couple of other roads bisecting it, so there is ample room for caravans.

Just before you descend the hill to arrive at the above-mentioned area, you will see a dirt road/track leading off to the left.  Numerous spots are available here alongside the creek.  This road runs for a couple of kilometres before ending.  There is another large open area just before the track ends with a long-drop toilet.  This would also be suitable for large groups. 

These areas are on the northern side of the creek.  It is also possible to access the southern side, but you have to travel back out onto the highway, head south until you pass over the creek and then you will see a sign regarding fire restrictions.  A dirt road/track heads west here and will lead to some nice spots along the southern side of the creek.

These are a couple of the camping areas.

After entering the reserve, if you follow the track to it's end, there is a path that you can walk along, which follows the creek.  It's possible to walk it for only a kilometre or so.  After that it's private property.  (There are signs warning of this).

The reserve is a beautiful spot.  Burra Creek runs through it, and this almost always has water.  Massive river gums line the water course and the vegetation alongside the creek is always green and lush, in stark contrast to the surrounding countryside.

Birdlife is prolific, along with kangaroos.  You will be woken at dawn no matter how heavy a night you had.  The galah's, God bless 'em, make a hell of a din at dawn, along with the magpies.

Due to the size of the place, you are bound to be able to find a spot away from everyone else (especially during the week or in the cooler months) and the only thing you will hear is the gently meandering water in the creek, and the bloody galahs.

It is a relaxing spot to stay for a night or two and it's apparently possible to catch yabbies and trout in the creek at the right time of the year.

However, only one thing spoils the place a bit for me.  That is the fact that solid fuel fires are not allowed, even during winter.  I like going camping in winter and one of the reasons is I like having a campfire.  Unfortunately you can't have one at Burra Gorge.  Gas or electric fires only I'm afraid.

Don't let that put you off though.  Spring and Autumn would be good seasons to go.  Summer is too hot and the area looks very dry.  Well, it is very dry, apart from the creek of course.  It is also very hot here in the summer.

Facilities are almost non existent.  There are a couple of long drop toilets along with plenty of bins around the place, but that's about it.  Of course, Burra is not too far away if anything is needed.

A pool along Burra Creek, not far from the camping area.