Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert Regional Reserve
Former protected area in South Australia
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The Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert Regional Reserve (formerly Simpson Desert Regional Reserve) was a protected area located in the Australian state of South Australia within the gazetted locality of Simpson Desert.[2][3] The regional reserve's name was altered on 2 August 2018 by the Government of South Australia.[4] The regional reserve was classified as an IUCN Category VI protected area.[1]
LocationSouth Australia
NearestcityOodnadatta
Coordinates26°48′17″S 137°24′37″E[1]
Area29,239.53 km2 (11,289.45 sq mi)[2]
| Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert Regional Reserve | |
|---|---|
IUCN category VI (protected area with sustainable use of natural resources)[1] | |
  Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert Regional Reserve Location within South Australia | |
| Location | South Australia |
| Nearest city | Oodnadatta |
| Coordinates | 26°48′17″S 137°24′37″E[1] |
| Area | 29,239.53 km2 (11,289.45 sq mi)[2] |
| Established | 24 October 1985[2] |
| Governing body | Department for Environment and Water |
| Website | Official website |
As of November 2021[update] it was merged with the Munga-Thirri—Simpson Desert Conservation Park to create the Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert National Park.[5][6]
