Burra Mine Site
The Burra Mine Site protects our natural heritage as well as our mining heritage. The hills conserve native grassland habitat. This is a nationally significant record of the original vegetation of the mid-north. More than 120 species of native plants, 37 of which are listed as rare or endangered, are protected here. Because grasslands can be invaded by weeds, they must be managed carefully and not just left alone.
The best time to visit is in late spring or early summer when the wildflowers and native grasses are most likely to be flowering. It is usually cooler on an early morning or late afternoon walk and this is a good time of day to see birds and other wildlife.
The Burra Mine Site has several buildings and other structures from the Site's time as a working copper mine - the Monster Mine. These include Peacocks Chimney Stack and Morphetts Engine House.
Management
The National Trust is working to keep the site in good condition. Important chores are:
- remove woody weeds, which compete for space
- control feral rabbits that eat the wildflowers and native grasses
- reduce annual weedy grasses which choke out the native plants.
Location
The Burra Mine Site is located within the township of Burra. Access is via the main entrance off Market Street.
Latitude-longitude -33.682,138.931
View
Walking
A brochure (available from the Burra Visitor Centre) will guide you around a walking track showing points of interest. The walk is about 800 metres, with gentle slopes. Allow 30 minutes to do the loop.
Open
Open daily
Admission
Admission as part of the Burra Passport which is available from the Burra Visitors Centre
Enquiries
Burra Visitor and Information Centre (08) 8892 2154
Web
Burra Mine Site, South Australia
Branch
Details
Features:
Heritage Building
Nature Reserve
District: Burra
Operating Days: MTWTFSS