Welcome to Moonta
We are changing the way our Moonta sites are managed to provide more administrative support and reduce the growing burden on local volunteers.
While the Moonta Mines walking trails will remain accessible, the National Trust Museum, Sweet Shop, Tourist Railway and Miner’s Cottage will be closed until Easter Weekend. We look forward to welcoming visitors soon.
The National Trust of South Australia - Moonta Branch
The National Trust of South Australia
The National Trust of Australia is responsible for the protection and conservation of places of heritage significance for South Australia and Australia.
National Trust Moonta
Our aim is to preserve the local mining history, buildings and artefacts, with an aim to conserve the Moonta area. We are making it accessible for all generations to come, allowing everyone to participate in, and appreciate the remarkable ingenuity of our Cornish ancestors.
Cornish Mining Heritage
Fortunately for us, two shepherds stumbled across some wombat holes that had greenish rocks, turning out to be copper. This signaled the start of the mining boom on the Yorke Peninsula.
Latest News & Events
Friends of Moonta Mines Conservation Appeal
This year marks 100 years since the closure of the Moonta Mines which was in its heyday considered to be the financial “backbone” of
Moonta Mines: The Magic and Mystery of Life on the Mines
The National Trust of South Australia are excited to be working with Makers Empire to deliver a school-based program to the Copper Coast and
Guided Walking Tour of the Moonta Mines Elders Line of Lode
Walk this heritage listed Cornish Mining site and marvel at the condition of the Ore Floor which is arguably the best preserved in the
Guided walking tour and entry to Miner’s Cottage & Garden
Walk in the footsteps of the Cornish Miner and their families whilst you listen to stories of their lives and visit the various Tailing
