Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
The Willandra Lakes Region is located in southwestern New South Wales, Australia, and recognized for its unique geological features, including lake systems and extensive fossil deposits. This heritage area is a significant paleontological site revealing evidence of human activity dating back at least 40,000 years, including ancient footprints and habitation sites. The region is a testament to the dry, windy climate and fluctuating water tables that have shaped its landscape over millennia. It offers a step back in time to view the remnants of ancient cultures and ecosystems. The semiarid environment supports species such as red kangaroos, emus, and wedge-tailed eagles. Visiting the region provides opportunities to engage in guided tours to Mungo National Park with access to the Walls of China, a series of striking lunette sand formations. The area's cultural heritage is significant, with connections to the Ngiyampaa, Mutthi Mutthi, and Southern Paakantyi Aboriginal people, making it a rich site for ecological and cultural exploration.