| The fertile fields of the Riverland draw life from the | | | | Corner Hotel, located 18 kilometres north of Barmera |
| long hours of sunshine falling on them and from the | | | | on the Morgan Road. Commissioned in the 1850's as a |
| smooth flowing waters of the mighty Murray River- | | | | refreshment point for weary travellers (mostly cattle |
| offering up a juicy bounty of grapes, citrus fruits, | | | | drovers) and locals, today its now a pub with a |
| nuts and stone fruit. As a result this picturesque area | | | | museum in it housing many artefacts from the past. |
| has a substantial dried fruit industry and is the largest | | | | Theres a great atmosphere for you to soak up here! |
| wine producing region in Australia- but thats not all its | | | | Another historical place to visit is the ruins of Nappers |
| known for. Holiday makers have been coming here | | | | Old Accommodation. Although it is just a shell now, |
| for years to enjoy a vacation in the sunshine, utilising | | | | and certainly not a place to pick up a drink, this hotel |
| the Murray River for all sorts of recreational activities. | | | | was built in 1863 and used to be a vital storing place |
| The climate is mild and sunny, the landscapes are | | | | for crop supplies for the farmers in the region. |
| beautiful, and the people are friendly. And at the | | | | Of course you cannot pay a visit to this region |
| heart of it all lies Barmera, a pleasant town with a | | | | without spending a bit of time appreciating the |
| country atmosphere that will wash away the stress | | | | majestic Murray River. It is also a haven for |
| of your everyday lives! | | | | watersports, and fishermen will relish the challenge of |
| The Riverland extends for 300 kilometres from | | | | capturing one of the elusive Murray cod. The best |
| Renmark to Waikerie. Lying 170 kilometres away, | | | | and most popular way to appreciate the Murray |
| Waikerie is the closest town to Adelaide and is | | | | however is on one of the large houseboats that are |
| reached by a easy 2 and a half hour drive in your | | | | often seen floating past. Day cruises are available on |
| hire car. Barmera is 220 kilometres from Adelaide- a | | | | these, as are simple sunset cruises- nothing quite |
| pleasant drive through leafy fields and the lush South | | | | beats watching the orange rays of the sinking sun |
| Australian countryside. Its not quite close enough for | | | | reflecting off the smooth waters with a sundowner |
| a daytrip, and in fact you would want at least a | | | | in hand. The houseboats can be hired for longer |
| weekend to enjoy exploring the region, because | | | | periods of a night or more where you self drive |
| theres a lot to see. | | | | them up the river and find appropriate places to dock |
| Barmera is perfectly located on the shores of Lake | | | | at night. It is a refreshing taste of freedom and |
| Bonney, and as a result has become South Australia's | | | | independence on the water that you will never |
| favourite aquatic playground. The fresh water lake | | | | forget, and that you will probably want to repeat as |
| comes alive with boats, canoes, kayaks and jetskis | | | | soon as you can! |
| on the weekend. Anglers are attracted from far and | | | | Back in Barmera Town another popular attraction is |
| wide by the lake's reputation as a fishing hotspot, | | | | Rocky's Country Music Hall of Fame. Built to |
| and on any given day they spread out along its | | | | commemorate local country music legend Dean |
| shoreline or head into the deeper waters in a tinny or | | | | Rocky Page, it houses a range of memorabilia from a |
| canoe. Sailing is also a popular pastime, and the yacht | | | | range of country stars and has a large ten metre |
| club here has an enthusiastic body of members. | | | | high replica of a guitar. This town is big on its country |
| Every weekend they organise yacht races that | | | | music, and hosts an annual festival that attracts |
| provide an impressive spectacle which is well received | | | | country fans and singers from across the country. If |
| by onlookers from the land. The lake is a beautiful | | | | country isnt your thing but your stuck for something |
| spot, so many just choose to relax and enjoy the | | | | to do, then head to the drive in, one of the last in |
| scenery over a few drinks or a barbeque. There is an | | | | South Australia. It shows current release films and is |
| impressive amount of wildlife living around the lake | | | | a fun outing for adults, kids or couples. |
| and on the adjoining wetlands, so keep your eyes | | | | There is a large range of accommodation in Barmera, |
| open for wallabies and the like and different species | | | | so whether you want to camp, stay in budget |
| of birds. | | | | accommodation or treat yourself to a fancy hotel |
| Barmera town itself is a vibrant place, coming alive | | | | you will be catered towards. Remember you can |
| throughout the year for many festivals and shows- | | | | always be adventurous and hire a houseboat! |
| its residents dont hide the fact that they like a | | | | Wherever you stay your time here is bound to be |
| reason to celebrate! It has a rich history, dating back | | | | refreshing and invigorating, and you will take home |
| to about 1838, and this is evident in a lot of its | | | | some special memories set amongst spectacular |
| attractions. Definitely worth a visit is the Overland | | | | landscapes. |