Laura
Australia · State of South AustraliaAU
Town in South Australia
Laura is a rural town in the Mid North region of South Australia, 12 km north of Gladstone on the Horrocks Highway and 40 km east of Port Pirie. The first European to explore the district was Thomas Burr in September 1842. His promising reports soon led to occupation of the district by pastoralists, one of whom was Herbert Bristow Hughes. When the present town was surveyed he named it for his wife, Laura née White.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 522
- Coordinates
- -33.185, 138.302
- Timezone
- Australia/Adelaide
- Elevation
- 252 m
Overview of Laura
Laura is the kind of small settlement you find in State of South Australia, Australia. It counts about 522 residents. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are adventure, sports and water sports. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Laura
Adventure in Laura
(2)Under adventure, Laura is tagged with Off Road Trails and Treasure Hunts. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Laura.
Sports in Laura
(2)Sports lovers get Running and Trail Running. It is a direct read of Laura's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Laura
(1)For water sports, expect Diving. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Laura.
Wellness in Laura
(1)On the wellness side, Laura offers Ranches. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Laura. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Laura
Water-based activities peak in December to March, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Laura rewards a slow approach — a hub in State of South Australia, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Australia/Adelaide on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Laura that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura known for?
- Travellers associate Laura with adventure, sports and water sports. It sits in State of South Australia, Australia and counts about 522 residents.
- What can you do in Laura?
- Laura is tagged with Off Road Trails, Treasure Hunts, Running, Trail Running and Diving, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Laura?
- Water-based activities peak in December to March, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Laura located?
- Laura belongs to State of South Australia, Australia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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