Ochre Pits

The Ochre Pits near Lyndhurst, South Australia, are a significant cultural and historical site. Located about 10 minutes north of Lyndhurst on the Strzelecki Track, these pits have been used for thousands of years by Aboriginal people as a source of ochre—a valuable natural pigment. The cliffs reveal stunning layers of red, yellow, and white ochre, varying in shade based on iron oxide content. This ochre was traditionally used in ceremonies, body painting, and artwork, and was a crucial trade item that spread far beyond the local region.

The Lyndhurst Ochre Pits are a protected site, illustrating the long-standing connection between Indigenous cultures and the land.