Summary

Cockatoo Valley is found on the southern part of the famous Barossa Valley. This South Australian suburb is just an hour drive from Adelaide and eight kilometers away from Gawler. With postcode 5351, Cockatoo Valley is under the Barossa local government and home to growing numbers of countryside dwellers.

Surroundings

Cockatoo Valley is surrounded by different scenic locations, making it a quite a popular tourist destination. Just a few kilometers away from the valley are the Barossa Reservoir, Kalbeeba Siding, Sandy Creek, and Para Wirra Conservation Parks.

Name derivations and History

Its original settlement was established during the early 1800s. This suburb in the south of Barossa Valley was known for its flock of cockatoos. This familiar sight in the area was used to name the old town as Cockatoo Valley.   read more

Geography

The Whispering Wall is located at the south of Cockatoo Valley. Aside from the Barossa Reservoir, wineries, goldfields, and creeks are only some of the popular sights in the countryside. Nearby recreational parks also offer glimpse of the wildlife and flocks of birds.

Attractions

Cockatoo Valley can be a good tourist destination for nature lovers. Rich collections of fauna and flora are found in conservation parks. Tourists can also go horse-riding and may visit different wineries, museums, and goldmines.

Transport

Cockatoo Valley is just a few drives away from other interesting destinations. Shuttles are popular modes of transportation in South Australia. Others also travel by air, railways, or through sail to get to Barossa Valley and surrounding towns.

Recreation

Cockatoo Valley is also a good spot for different sports activities because of its golf courses. Local restaurants offer good dining experiences with their delectable serving of food and wine. There are also bars and hotels to accommodate guests and other tourist services. Some people choose to visit the valley in time for the celebration of the town festivals.

Alternative Places

Cockatoo Valley is near other towns in Barossa Valley like Lyndoch and Williamstown. Tenafeate Creek and Warpoo Siding are also good places to visit when in Cockatoo Valley.