PLEASE NOTE: The Wimmera River is currently in flood. The Little Desert Nature Lodge is 35 km from the nearest crossing of the Wimmera River and therefore poses NO RISK to visitors and guests. For current conditions in the Little Desert National Park please phone Parks Victoria on 131963. For highway conditions please check VICROADS for details.
Come and Enjoy a Unique Environmental Experience at the Little Desert Nature Lodge.
You will find a peaceful hidden treasure set on 117 hectares of natural bushland.
Conveniently located halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne, the Lodge is 16km South of Nhill just off the Western Highway and approximately an hours drive from Horsham. Situated on the edge of the pristine Little Desert National Park, you will find the Lodge to be a peaceful and relaxing stop over for road weary travellers or a great base for your next adventure.
Founded in 1970 by local “living treasure”
Whimpey Reichelt, and operated by the Little Desert Flora and Fauna Foundation, our guides will share their knowledge and passion for the Little Desert including highlights such as:
- Little Desert 4WD Tours
- The rare and elusive Malleefowl or ‘Lowan’ bird
- A Unique School's Environmental Education Program
- Excellent Accommodation & Camping Facilities
- Stunning Wildflowers
- Abundant Birds & Wildlife
- Bushwalking & Nature Trails
The Little Desert Nature Lodge is an accredited tourism operator. This means that when you visit the lodge you are entitled to expect:
- professional customer service
- accuracy in advertising
- sound environmental practices
- compliance with health and safety standards
- an appropriately licensed and qualified operator
Accredited operators have a commitment to professionalism and ethical conduct in all areas of their business. You can choose an accredited operator with confidence.
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Congratulations Graeme 25 years at the Little Desert Nature Lodge
Graeme began employment with Little Desert Tours on the first of July 1985. Prior to this Graeme was employed on a casual basis. In the early years Graeme lived on site in addition to his daily role.Over the years Graeme has been an integral part of the company, working in Grounds Maintenance, Vehi...
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LITTLE Desert Nature Lodge's board has plans for a multi-million dollar overhaul to the tourist attraction and educational site.Chairman John Magrath released details yesterday of a master plan outlining a new direction for the centre."This is a massive overhaul. It hasn't been fully costed, bu...
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Lodge Open Day
Little Desert Nature Lodge invites locals to visit the Lodge on Sunday the 26th September for their Open Day. Free entry to the Wildfower and Art Exhibition, Free Sausage Sizzle and tours of the facility....
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The Little Desert Nature Lodge in & Nhill Creative Artists Wildflower and Art Show Saturday 25th September - Saturday 2nd October....
moreVicSouth Star Party
The Little Desert Nature Lodge host the Victorian and South Australia Astronomical Societies for their annual Star Party on the 5th, 6th & 7th of November. There will be a Public Viewing at 8pm Friday the 5th November, entry by gold coin donation....
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