Camping in South Australia

Season and permits in South Australia

The Fire Danger Season is set by district: in 2026-27 it starts on 15 October in the Flinders, Eastern Eyre, West Coast and pastoral districts and on 1 November in the South East, Murraylands and Riverland, and runs into April. Munga-Thirri-Simpson Desert closes from 1 December to 15 March.

Almost every national park campsite must be booked before you arrive, up to 12 months ahead, and a booking usually covers vehicle entry to that park. The Desert Parks Pass covers entry and camping in the far north.

Official sources: National Parks and Wildlife Service SA, SA Country Fire Service