The finishing touches are being made to the new Tapanappa Ridge Lookout and picnic area on the Wild South Coast Way on the Heysen Trail.

The lookout provides picturesque views from its location in the Deep Creek National Park, forming a part of the Wild South Coast Way.

The area has been designed for walkers to relax and a place for visitors to have a picnic and take in the spectacular views.

Construction of the Tapanappa Lookout and picnic area facilities is the final step in creating the Wild South Coast Way on the Heysen Trail. 

The District Council of Yankalilla says it complements the Goondooloo Ridge picnic area that opened last September and is already proving to be a popular attraction for day visitors to the region.

A new walk will provide access and will share the Ramindjeri story of Kondoli, the keeper of fire, told through artworks and signage along the trail.

The council says ample car parking, sheltered picnic areas and toilets facilities will make Tapanappa another reason to visit the National Park.