Lake Newland Conservation Park
Lake Newland Conservation Park is a protected area in the Australian state of South Australia located on the west coast of the Eyre Peninsula about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) north of the town of Elliston. It was proclaimed in 1991 in order to protect Lake Newland, a hypersaline lake, and an associated wetland complex. It lies in the traditional lands of the Wirangu people.
| Lake Newland Conservation Park South Australia | |
|---|---|
IUCN category Ia (strict nature reserve) | |
Lake Newland Conservation Park | |
| Nearest town or city | Elliston |
| Coordinates | 33°24′18″S 134°51′16″E |
| Established | 1 August 1991 |
| Area | 88.8 km2 (34.3 sq mi) |
| Managing authorities | Department for Environment and Water |
| Website | Lake Newland Conservation Park |
| See also | Protected areas of South Australia |
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