⛺ Free camping

Good free camping on the Eyre Peninsula, Flinders Ranges and Nullarbor. DEW (Dept of Environment) manages most camping areas. Many are inexpensive.

📋 Registration

DPTI SA vehicle registration. Similar requirements to other states for converted campervans.

🌙 Sleeping in your van

Adelaide is reasonably van-friendly. Regional SA is welcoming. Self-containment important for Nullarbor crossing and remote Flinders.

☀️ Solar performance

SA has excellent sunshine — 5.5+ peak sun hours. The Nullarbor in summer is extreme heat; ensure your batteries and fridge can cope.

📍 Must-visit spots in South Australia

Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound Eyre Peninsula (swimming with sea lions) Coffin Bay Nullarbor crossing Kangaroo Island (ferry)

🚐 Overview

SA is an underrated van life destination — Flinders Ranges, Eyre Peninsula, and the Nullarbor are spectacular. Excellent wine regions. Hot and dry inland, milder coastal.

🛣️ Roads

Main routes well sealed. Outback tracks require preparation — the Birdsville Track and Strzelecki Track are serious remote travel.

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