Experiences
Pelican Lagoon
Pelican Lagoon is a seawater lagoon located on the north coast of Kangaroo Island about 18.7 kilometres south east of Kingscote.
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American River
Pelican Lagoon is a seawater lagoon located on the north coast of Kangaroo Island about 18.7 kilometres south east of Kingscote.
It was named by Matthew Flinders on 4 April 1802 after the large population of pelicans present in its waters and adjoining shorelines. Its role as fishery hatchery had been identified by the early 20th century with the result that fishing in its waters has been restricted in varying degrees.
Since 1971, the entire lagoon was part of a marine protected area known as the American River Aquatic Reserve (abolished 2016), where all fishing and the collection of marine organisms is prohibited. Since 2012, the Pelican Lagoon Sanctuary Zone has been within Encounter Marine Park and managed by National Parks South Australia. The lagoon is probably the oldest marine protected area in South Australia, having been protected since 1914.
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Fireball Bates Trail
George Bates, called Fireball because of his red hair, was one of the first settlers to Kangaroo Island.-
Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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Hanson Bay Beach
This small, secluded bay sits along the south coast of Kangaroo Island just west of the famous Kelly Hill Conservation Park.-
West End
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Old Mulberry Tree
Old Mulberry Tree is a tree located at Reeves Point in Kingscote on Kangaroo Island.-
Kingscote
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Walk Kangaroo Island
It’s amazing what you see when you slow down to a natural pace – the tiny details, the big sky.-
Cygnet River
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Lashmar Conservation Park
A favourite for beach lovers, Lashmar Conservation Park adjoins the long sandy beach at Antechamber Bay.-
Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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Old Wisanger School
The Old Wisanger School was opened in 1884. Visitors can walk through the building and view photos and old test books in their original setting.-
North Coast
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Remarkable Rocks, Flinders Chase National Park
Perched above the sea in Flinders Chase National Park, the impressive Remarkable Rocks form what appear to be a cluster of precariously balanced granite boulders.-
West End
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Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery
A unique Aussie attraction & retail craft gallery that includes tours of the eucalyptus distillery, local produce & art, Café & KI Ciders Cellar Door-
South Coast
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Penneshaw Market
Penneshaw Markets is a showcase for local artists, gardeners, growers, authors, photographers, artisans, and small-scale food producers in a social village atmosphere.-
Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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The Cairn
The Cairn - Indicates the site of the first Post Office. The South Australian Company store houses were constructed on this site.-
Kingscote
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