Reedy Creek Conservation Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Reedy Creek Conservation ParkSouth Australia |
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IUCN Category IV (Habitat/Species Management Area)
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 Reedy Creek Conservation Park
Location in South Australia
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| Nearest town or city | Beachport |
| Established | 8 March 1973 |
| Area | 1.47 km2 (0.6 sq mi) |
| Managing authorities | Department for Environment and Water |
| See also | Protected areas of South Australia |
Reedy Creek Conservation Park is a special place in South Australia that helps protect nature. It is located about 300 kilometers (186 miles) south-east of Adelaide. The park is also about 28 kilometers (17 miles) north of the town of Beachport.
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About Reedy Creek Conservation Park
This park covers parts of land in areas called Clay Wells and Greenways. It follows the path of Reedy Creek for about 8.5 kilometers (5.3 miles). The park's main goal is to keep the natural environment safe.
Why Was It Created?
Reedy Creek Conservation Park was officially created on March 8, 1973. This happened under a law called the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972. Later, in 1986, more land was added to the park.
The park was set up to protect its amazing river red gum trees. These are very tall and important trees. Even after it became a park, some parts were still used for grazing animals until 1978. This was because of an old agreement.
A special group called the South Eastern Drainage Board can enter the park. They have the right to do work needed for water management. This helps keep the creek flowing well.
What Makes It Special?
In 1980, experts said the park was important for several reasons. It has the only large group of river red gum trees in the area. The park is long and narrow, which makes it a great pathway for birds. Many birds, like honeyeaters and parrots, use it when they travel. The park also has small swampy areas that are important habitats.
In February 1983, a large wildfire called the Ash Wednesday bushfires affected the southern part of the park.
By 1990, the park was described as a flat area with sandy soil. It is covered with a forest of river red gum trees. Towards the western side, the trees change to brown stringybark trees. Reedy Creek Conservation Park is the only part of Reedy Creek where the river red gums can grow back naturally. This is because other parts of the creek are used for grazing.
Visiting the Park
Most people who visit the park are local residents. It is also seen as a good place for students to learn about nature. A school called Kangaroo Inn Area School is very close to the park. This makes it easy for students to visit and study the environment.
Protecting Nature
Reedy Creek Conservation Park is known as an IUCN Category IV protected area. This means it's managed mainly to protect habitats and species. It shows how important it is to keep this special place safe for future generations.
