Tarpeena, SA

Mount Gambier and its neighbourhood offer some of the most popular scenic spots in South Australia. While some of them boast a number of breathtaking lakes and conservation parks, some offer gorgeous volcanic landscapes with craters. One such beautiful town in north of Mount Gambier is Tarpeena, SA.

For those looking for a drive tour to Tarpeena can take the Riddoch Highway from Mount Gambier via Penola.

In the Limestone Coast region, there were a number of aboriginal civilizations in the past. Hence, Tarpeena also was once a home to the aboriginal people of ancient Australia. However, the town of Tarpeena has shown a number of pastoral farming and hence, the town has emerged as an agricultural and timber hub in South Australia gradually.

Often, the town of Tarpeena is considered as a dormitory suburb of Mount Gambier and its surroundings after the recent improvements in transport and the road systems. However, the major economy of Tarpeena depends upon the timber mills even today.

Tarpeena’s most popular attraction is Fairy Tale Park, located within the city and approximately 25 kilometres from Mount Gambier. This beautiful park boasts a total of 35 stunning fairy tale settings; each of these settings has been constructed with utmost care using various stones and wood cottages. You will find Liliput land, a wonderful hand carved setting that is made of stone and cement.

Fairy Tale Park is a great place to take your little darlings and it will certainly fascinate your child. In a classic and thematic way, some of the popular fairy-tales are represented in this park.