A town between South Australia and Victoria
Bordertown sits on the Dukes Highway in the Limestone Coast, making it a natural pause on journeys between Adelaide and Melbourne. Its early history is connected with the Victorian gold escorts to Adelaide, while today the town offers a compact mix of local culture and visitor facilities. South Australia’s Bordertown guide (opens in a new tab) provides a useful introduction.
Find local bearings
For current local advice, maps and ideas, start with the Bordertown Visitor Information Centre (opens in a new tab) on Woolshed Street. Confirm services and arrangements directly before relying on them.
Meet the local wildlife
The Bordertown Wildlife Park (opens in a new tab) gives visitors a chance to see western grey kangaroos, dama wallabies and birdlife, including the town’s well-known white kangaroos. Check the official listing for current access details.
Take care if heading into mallee country
Ngarkat Conservation Park can be reached from the wider district, but it is 4WD-only and has limited mobile reception. If it is part of your plans, read the official Ngarkat information (opens in a new tab) before departure, pay any required fees in advance, and check conditions, fire restrictions and access carefully.
Sources last validated: 2 September 2026.