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Things to do in South Australia, Australia: The Best Lighthouses
South Australia (abbreviated as SA) is a state in the southern central part of Australia. It covers some of the most arid parts of the country. With a total land area of 983,482 square kilometres (379,725 sq mi), it is the fourth-largest of Australia's states and territories by area, and fifth largest by population. It has a total of 1.7 million people, and its population is the most highly centralised of any state in Australia, with more than 75 percent of South Australians living in the capital, Adelaide, or its environs. Other population centres in the state are relatively small.
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1. Troubridge Island Conservation Park
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By roamnothome - Adelaide, Australia
To stay on Troubridge Island is a privilege. Accomodation is in the old lighthouse keepers cottage, clean and simple. The island is a sand island, it takes under an hour at high tide to walk around. Birdwatching, fishing, sleeping and reading are the main pastimes. Very safe for children, shallow sandy beach. You are the only people on the island, clearly no shops, pack wisely. Love this place.
2. Cape Willoughby Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 340 reviews
The first lighthouse erected in South Australia, the Cape Willoughby Lighthouse lights the Backstairs Passage between Kangaroo Island and the mainland.
Reviewed By HDavidMc - Brisbane, Australia
We did the guided tour of this lighthouse with a local guide and found it fascinating. The history of the lighthouse ties in with the history of Kangaroo Island and is very well presented. Well worth a visit
3. Cape Borda Lightstation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 321 reviews
Cape Borda Lightstation is in a stunning location upon the cliffs overlooking Investigator Strait. To discover the maritime history of the area you can take a tour of the lighthouse and visit the museum. Don't miss the daily cannon firing on the 12.30pm tour!
Reviewed By AdelaideGB
We had the KI Park Pass and went to Cape Borda for a tour. Mick’s delivery was fantastic, so much enthusiasm and energy. The history of the Lightstation was fascinating and the scenery is beautiful. Yes, the last 30km to the Lightstation is on a dirt road but only the last 3km is a little rough, and lots of KI require driving on dirt roads, which is clearly signed on the maps. If you can, attend the 12:30 tour, while it’s a little busier, the cannon is fired at the end and it was a great way to end the experience. Highly recommend a trip to Cape Borda and while you’re there, take the walking path to the clifftop lookout. There’s also a nice covered spot to eat your lunch.
4. Cape Jaffa Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 49 reviews
Established in 1872 on Margaret Brock Reef 8km to sea from Cape Jaffa. History was made in 1974 when the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse was dismantled and moved to Marine Parade Kingston.
Reviewed By 2021John
Great views from the top of the lighthouse, enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides and well worth the small entry fee.
5. Cape du Couedic Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By sandi28 - Rowville, Australia
You cannot go inside the lighthouse but the surrounds are spectacular. A very photogenic area and scenery.
6. Point Lowly Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By branham2016 - Adelaide, Australia
Travelling from Whyalla to Port Augusta and the last off-road excursion is to Port Bonython and Point Lowly. Turning to the right off Port Lincoln Highway, we followed the access road that takes you past Port Bonython which is home to Santos' hydrocarbon processing plant and deep-water port. On the way in we passed several shacks giving us a clue that this may be recreational community with no shopping facilities. There is nearby the lighthouse a breakwater with a double boat ramp and a playground and toilet facilities which include disabled access toilets and cold showers. We went to see the lighthouse and wasn't disappointed. The adjacent car park is quite large and would cope with RVs and also caravans. Several information signs are located around so you know what you are looking at. The lighthouse was originally manned so there is still the keeper's cottages and a store room with the cottages available for holiday accommodation through the Whyalla Visitor information Centre. The view from the cottages is spectacular. Clearly marked paths ensure safe access to the lighthouse and outbuildings. The day we were there, a large group of birdlife was on the various rocky outcrops adding to the atmosphere. lt was also extremely windy and, given its remoteness from larger towns, one can get a sense of what it may have been like in 1883 when the original 15 metres tall tower was built. The lighthouse tower was extended by eight metres in 1909. The whole area is very picturesque with photo opportunities no matter where you looked. lt was really enjoyable visiting Point Lowly, soaking in the landscape, the history and the atmosphere of a remote location that is not that far from civilization - a great spot to get away from it all. As there is no food available at the Point, make sure you travel with a supply! Return? Yes! This is one spot I have added to the “Return to Bucket List”
7. Cape Banks Lighthouse
8. Cape Martin Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 4chillis - Adelaide, Australia
A short walk from the Carpark and you're there. Excellent views from the lighthouse and then take a short walk to the next viewing platform and you get good views of the lighthouse.
9. Corny Point Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Justine8Grey - Sydney, Australia
Beautiful lighthouse of 30 metres, it was first lit in 1882. Before leaving make sure to spot the Horizontal Pine, it's an incredible tree suspected to be a survivor or relative from trees that were planted in 1892 by the local students, and because the strong onshore winds the trees grew horizontally. Amazing force of nature and adaptation! Located on the top of the Yorke Peninsula, I'd recommend a 4WD if you are coming from the south which is a gravel road (we had a car, needless to say we drove slow, but it was worth it). The road to Corny Point township was also gravel but it was quicker.
10. Port Adelaide Lighthouse
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4.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By SuzieLock - Pokolbin, Australia
Loved wandering around Port Adelaide and checking out their lighthouse... but was very surprised that it was like a ghost town!!! Beautiful heritage buildings.
