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PARKS, GARDENS AND PICNIC
AREAS:
Penola Conservation
Park - This park protects a remnant of river red gum lined swamps
that were widespread in the South East of South Australia. The Park is
located 10 kilometres west of Penola and has a variety of plant
associations and bird habitats, with 370 plant species and 97 bird
species. The Park has two rustic picnic tables formed from giant river red
gums. The 2.5 kilometre trail takes you through several different plant
associations and over the swamp across a boardwalk. Interpretive signs
explain some of the features along the walk. For further information
contact - National Parks & Wildlife SA - Phone - 08-87 351111
PENOLA WAR MEMORIAL PARK
Located in Church Street, the park is a popular lunch spot for
townspeople and visitors. Tourist information map, BBQ facilities,
playgrounds and public toilets.
CAMERON PARK
This park is in Neilson Street (off Davis Crescent) commemorates the
founder of the town and has playground facilities.
HOSPITAL ROSE
GARDEN
Adjacent to the hospital at the southern entrance to the town, are
known and admired throughout the region.
GREENRISE LAKE AND RECREATION GROUND
A 14.5ha lake surrounded by Red Gum country is 1km south of Penola.
Fishing, boating and BBQ facilities in a picturesque setting makes this
a pleasure to visit.
PENOLA CONSERVATION PARK
10km west of Penola off the Robe Road, vehicle access to the picnic
area only. A sign posted walk guides visitors further into the park.
MARY MACKILLOP PARK
On the corner of Bowden and Queen Street is the site of the stable
where Mary MacKillop began teaching in Penola in 1866.
COONAWARRA PARK
The Coonawarra Centenary Sculpture situated on Memorial Drive in the
town's park commemorates the beginning of the fruit colony. BBQ
facilities, tables and seating and public toilets are all in this park.
ST. MARY’S GARDEN
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& A. Lane. Penola. S.A. 5277. Open daily 10.00am – 4.00pm.
Admission: $5.00.
A tree-lined drive leads to 3 acres of garden nestled amongst the
vines of St. Mary’s Vineyard.
Hundreds of Roses combine with bulbs
and perennials, Dry stone walls, sandstone paths, ornaments and
vegetable garden.
Participated in the Australian Open Garden Scheme in 2006 and
2008.
The Garden is available for Weddings and other occasions.
Enquires welcome. Phone: 08 87 366 070 Fax: 08 87 366 045
Email:
stmaryswines@bigpond.com
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