Kellidie Bay Conservation Park, Conservation park near Coffin Bay, South Australia
Kellidie Bay Conservation Park is a protected area on the western coast of Eyre Peninsula covering roughly 18 square kilometers. The land features limestone ridges, black tea tree woodlands, and coastal vegetation that create different habitats across high grounds and lower coastal flats.
The area received initial protection status in 1954 and was reclassified from national park to conservation park in 1972. This change reflected a shift in how the land was managed and preserved.
The Department for Environment and Water manages this Category Ia protected area, maintaining strict guidelines for nature preservation and wildlife protection.
The park sits on the western coast of Eyre Peninsula and is an open area you can explore on foot. It helps to be prepared for local weather and to follow the available tracks through the land.
The park is home to western grey kangaroos, emus, tiger snakes, and Cape Barren geese that inhabit the varied landscapes. These animals thrive in the diverse habitats that span from elevated areas to low coastal flats.
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