Melrose 

Melrose, the oldest town in the Flinders Ranges, came into existence because of a copper deposit found in the area in 1840's. However, today, situated safely within the assured rainfall area, grazing, wheat and barley growing are the main activities.

A charming reminder of early South Australia, Melrose nestles at the foot of Mount Remarkable National Park, serving a rural community and at the same time offering a pleasant holiday retreat.

Many of Melrose's features are within walking distance. Climb to the War Memorial for a panoramic view over the Willochra Plain, or to Lookout Hill near the water tanks.

Cathedral Rock is a spectacular formation along the edge of Mount Remarkable Creek west of the town.

Things to do

• Try your hand at fossicking
• Discover historic buildings, including North Star Hotel, Mount Remarkable Hotel, Melrose Inn, Jacka's Brewery, Post Office & School and the Police Station & Court House Museum
• See the Melrose War Memorial
• Go to Cathedral Rock
• Visit award-winning Bluey Blundstone's Blacksmith Shop
• Join a 4WD tour into the beautiful surrounds
• The trek up Mount Remarkable takes around 4-5 hours return
• Undertake the extensive walks through the Mount Remarkable National Park, starting from Mambray Creek or Wilmington
• Do the walk from the War Monument to the Mount Remarkable Copper Mine. Take in Bald Hill Lookout or a walk to Mt Remarkable National Park boundary, or a walk to the Melrose Mine