Gorge Wildlife Park sits in the Mount Lofty Ranges a short drive east of Adelaide, founded in 1965 and still shaped more like a country picnic ground with animals than a built attraction. The practical rhythm of a visit follows that: you are welcome to bring your own food and drinks, there is an undercover barbecue area with free gas barbecues and grass beside it, and a kiosk covers the families who did not pack anything, with takeaway pies, pasties, hot chips, sandwiches, drinks and ice creams. That means lunch does not force you off the site, and a visit can stretch across a late morning and an afternoon with a long stop in the middle. The part to plan around is arriving without a car: public transport from Adelaide involves two buses rather than one, and the bus stop leaves you with a short walk uphill to the gate, so a bus trip takes considerably longer than the drive and is harder going with a tired toddler.
Family FAQ
How much does Gorge Wildlife Park cost?
Adult admission is AUD 26.
Do you need to book Gorge Wildlife Park in advance?
Tickets can be booked online in advance on the park's website.
Can you bring your own food to Gorge Wildlife Park?
You may bring your own food and drinks into the park.
Is Gorge Wildlife Park a good choice in bad weather?
There is gazebo-style seating next to the kiosk alongside the undercover barbecue area.
