Dutchman's Stern Conservation Park

The Dutchmans Stern Conservation Park is a protected area in the Flinders Ranges of South Australia, covering 3,695 hectares.

It is located approximately 5 kilometers northwest of Quorn and 25 kilometers northeast of Port Augusta. The park consists of a ridge over 850 meters in height, including the mountain known as The Dutchmans Stern.

The park was proclaimed in 1987 to conserve its geological features, scenic values, and native fauna and flora. The surrounding land has been used for grazing for over 100 years, making the park's landforms and habitats particularly valuable for conservation.

The Nukunu Aboriginal people were considered the traditional owners of the land within the park as of 1999. The land was previously subject to a pastoral lease and was acquired for conservation purposes in 1985. Stoney Creek on the eastern side of the park was diverted to supplement the Quorn water supply, while run-off on the west side drains into South Creek.

Visitor services in the park include camping areas, accommodation, and a network of walking trails. The Dutchman Homestead and Shearers' Quarters can be hired for accommodation. Low impact camping is permitted on the west side of the park outside of the Fire Danger Season. There are three walking trails in the park: The Dutchmans Valley Hike, The Dutchmans Stern Hike, and the Upper and Lower Eastern Tracks. The Heysen Trail, a long-distance trail, also crosses the park.