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Hancocks Lookout

Hancock's Lookout is a free campsite located near Wilmington in South Australia's Flinders Ranges region.

It delivers sweeping panoramic views of Spencer Gulf and the Southern Flinders Ranges, making it a popular stop for travellers passing through the area or exploring the Flinders Ranges.

To reach the site, visitors follow a 7-kilometre unsealed dirt road off the Wilmington–Port Augusta road. The track is bumpy but generally manageable at a careful pace. Sheep are commonly spotted along the road and on the surrounding hills.

The campsite is noted for its quiet, remote atmosphere and is considered a favourite among free campers in Australia. Sunset photography is a particular draw, with the smooth, rounded mountain landscape providing a striking backdrop.


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