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DESTINATION: Loxton

Loxton is a lovely little 'garden town' in the Riverland region. It is one of the area's most prosperous centres. Located on the south bank of the Murray River and surrounded by vineyards, fruit orchards and olive groves, the town was proclaimed in 1907 and has grown significantly since. The post-WWII Soldier Settlement Scheme contributed to the town's growth.

Main Attractions

The river provides opportunities for many recreational activities including camping, fishing, swimming, cruising, waterskiing and canoeing. Loxton Historical Village is an award-winning attraction of 30 fully furnished buildings on the riverfront. Art galleries and craft shops are in abundance, and the town's Heritage Walk is definitely worth the effort.

Nearby attractions

The Murray River scenery that surrounds the town is perfect for picnics. Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre on Holmes Rd, Kingston-on-Murray has magnificent views over restored wetlands, wine tasting, a bistro, walking trails, a boardwalk and birdwatching hides. A number of other wineries can be found in the Riverland region.

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Copyright 2007, by the Contributing Authors. Cite/attribute Resource. cmsadmin. (2005, May 20). Loxton. Retrieved July 06, 2009, from Plan Book Travel Australia Web site: http://www.planbooktravel.com.au/australia/sa/loxton. This work is licensed under a Universal Publishers.

Region: Riverland

The Murray Riverland produces close to half of South Australia's wine grapes and is becoming increasingly known as a wine area in its own right. Murray Riverland is the heart of the fruit bowl of South Australia, where most of the state's citrus, stone fruit and nuts are grown. more

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