Battunga Country

The Battunga Country region in the Adelaide Hills encompasses the towns of Meadows, Macclesfield, Echunga, Flaxley, Prospect Hill, Kuitpo Forest and Jupiter Creek Goldfields. A rich blend of histories from the hustle of the gold rush era to agricultural pursuits on some of the most productive land in South Australia all within an hours drive from Adelaide. Battunga Country has numerous award winning annual events such the Meadows Easter Fair, Meadows Country Fair, Echunga's All British Car Day, Battunga Weekend, Macclesfield Strawberry Fete the Prospect Hill Museum's History Festival. There is plenty to do from Tree Climbing in the Kuipto Forest amongst the treetops and koalas. Dining at our local wineries, bakeries, cafes and country hotels. Exploring the monthly Sunday markets. Bicycle or bush walking along the Heysen Trail or perhaps try fossicking for gold in Echunga's Jupiter Creek Goldfield, then simply relax exploring Macclesfield's Crystal Lake Sculpture Park and the ANZAC Memorial Remberance Garden. Battunga Country is a region with plenty to do whilst driving through some of Adelaide Hills most beautiful countryside.