Lameroo is a main service centre for the surrounding farming area, proclaimed in 1884 it wasn't until 1906 when the railway opened that the town took off. An easy two hour drive frm Adelaide, Lameroo is a green oasis on the main Mallee Highway.
Today Lameroo has a wonderful local bakery, cafe and deli, the lush lawned picnic areas and playground welcome visitors. Lameroo has a comfortable hotel-motel and a caravan park. There is an 18 hole green golf course and, in summer, take a dip in the local swimming pool.
Read about Lameroo's rich history.

Lameroo Business Directory

Dolly's Golden Rain Tree Crafts & Heritage: is the place to gain an insight into the history of the area with a browse around the interesting displays in the museum or wander an historical trail. The craft shop is a favourite for travellers and serves delicious Devonshire Teas and catering can be arranged for buses and tour groups with prior notice. Museum is well laid out and shows the area at time of settlement. Entry is by gold coin donation. Toilets are available in the building. You can also find Visitor information for the local area.
Hours are 9.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am to 12.30pm Saturday. (The complex can be opened out of hours by arrangement)
Self-Guided Historic and Tourist Walks: There are 4 self guided tours which start and finish at Dolly's Craft Shop - brochures are available for $1.00
SA Dry Trail and Spirit of the Mallee Project: Access is either next to CWA rooms or public toilet block on the main street. Very short, self guided trail with good signage. Australia Day tree plantings near by.
Centenary Paving: Next to Welcome Wall at eastern end of main street.
Julie Anthony sign: on Highway opporsite entrance to Lake Roberts.
The Mallee District National Parks and Wildlife SA Office: Railway Terrace North, Lameroo. Has information on the various conservation parks and camping grounds. Full details of open trails and access to the Border Track are available here. Phone (08) 8576 3690 (recorded message re Border Track for out of hours enquiries).
The nearby Ngarkat Conservation Park features unspoilt natural habitat with an abundance of native wildlife, which can be enjoyed by walking many of the trails, or using the 4WD tracks.
Picnic Sites and Playgrounds: Picnic sites - Chandos Terrace and main street and Lake Roberts on eastern side of town.
Accommodation
There is a range of accommodation options in Lameroo. Click here for more.
Services
Petrol station: Mechancial repairs, tyre dealer. Open 7am-7pm (Mon-Sat) and 8am-6pm (Sunday). Simple refreshments. 24 hour fuel system.
Golf Course: Very weel appointed 18 hole course open to public at reasonable rates. Watered greens and very scenic.
Community Hotel and Motel: in middle of main street. Also a Sip 'n' Save bottle shop. Meals available most day.
Swimming Pool: open most afternoons in the summer months.
Lameroo Bakery: For tasty pies and pasties
Edie's Café: Light meals and nice cappuccino coffees
Maynard's Deli: Pizza, sandwiches, fresh fruit and more
2 Supermarkets: one open 7 days
Butcher
Newsagent
Post Office
Banking
Westpac Bank in Post Office
ANZ Bank with ATM
BankSA with ATM
Health
Emergency: Fire, Police & Ambulance - 000
Doctor's Surgery
Hospital with emergency facilities: (08) 8576 4600
St John Ambulance
Chemist

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