South Para is South Australia’s second largest reservoir.
It is located near Williamstown, in the southern Barossa Valley, 3km west of the smaller Warren Reservoir.
South Para dam was built in 1958.
The impoundment is stocked with native fish – murray cod, golden perch and silver perch.
There are several walking trails, two picnic spots, and toilets.
Kayaking/canoeing and shore fishing is permitted.
Water levels usually get low in summer, requiring portage to get canoes to the water.
A South Para Reservoir map is here.
A South Para Reservoir walking and canoeing info sheet is here.
A South Para Reservoir/Warren Reservoir map is here.
Here is a list of recommended tackle for SA waters.
Here is the SA seasonal fishing calendar for various fish species.
SA reservoir water levels
SA conditions of reservoir access
SA reservoir fishing permits
SA fishing regulations
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