Inside Australia’s 2026 ‘Best in Travel’ Spot Part 2: Wilpena Pound & the Central Ranges

Welcome back to our Flinders Ranges adventure — recently named Australia’s only destination in Lonely Planet’s 2026 Best in Travel list!

In this second part of our road trip, we explore the heart of the Flinders Ranges — from the stunning views at Rawnsley Bluff and Wilpena Pound, to the outback towns of Blinman and the rugged beauty of Brachina Gorge. Along the way, we spot some incredible wildlife — including emus, yellow-footed rock-wallabies, echidnas, and even a Western Quoll, once extinct in this region.

We also share a few honest food stops, scenic hikes, and those quiet moments that make van life in the Australian outback so special.

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📍 Location: Flinders Ranges, South Australia
📅 Trip: Early Spring

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Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome back to the Flinders Ranges
0:38 – Rawnsley Station & Wilpena Pound Lookout
1:45 – Scenic flights & drone views of the ranges
2:50 – Driving north to Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre
3:30 – Emus by the roadside
4:00 – Hucks Lookout & Stokes Hill Lookout
5:10 – Learning about the land’s Aboriginal significance
6:00 – Into Blinman: SA’s highest town
6:40 – Blinman Pub meal review (that massive pie!)
8:00 – Brachina Gorge drive & yellow-footed rock-wallabies
9:40 – Echidna encounter
10:40 – Rare wildlife at night – the Western Quoll
12:10 – Morning at Wilpena Pound & the hike
13:30 – Views from Wangara Lookout
17:00 – Bakery taste test & trip reflections
17:45 – Outro – wrapping up our Flinders Ranges adventure


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