Carappee Hill Conservation Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Carappee Hill Conservation ParkSouth Australia |
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IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
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 Carappee Hill Conservation Park
Location in South Australia
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| Nearest town or city | Darke Peake. |
| Established | 30 August 1973 |
| Area | 8.50 km2 (3.3 sq mi) |
| Managing authorities | Department for Environment and Water |
| Footnotes | Nearest town Managing authority |
| See also | Protected areas of South Australia |
Carappee Hill Conservation Park is a special protected area in South Australia. It is located on the Eyre Peninsula, near the town of Darke Peak. This park helps to protect important natural environments.
About Carappee Hill Conservation Park
Carappee Hill Conservation Park is about 8 kilometers north-east of the main part of Darke Peak. It is a place where nature is kept safe. The park covers an area of about 8.5 square kilometers. That's like 850 soccer fields!
When Was the Park Created?
This conservation park was officially started on August 30, 1973. It was created under a law called the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972. Before it became a park, this land was used to help save water since 1955.
Why is it a Protected Area?
Carappee Hill Conservation Park is listed as an IUCN Category III protected area. This means it is important for protecting natural features. These areas are often set aside to save specific natural monuments or features.
