Wildlife

Point Labatt sea lion lookout

Sceale Bay, South Australia

The only mainland spot to watch Australian sea lions, including pups playing, from the cliff top.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
45 min

Point Labatt looks down on a breeding colony of endangered Australian sea lions. You watch from the lookout, so bring binoculars. The area at the base of the cliff is a prohibited zone and bulls can be aggressive.

Good to know

  • Binoculars make all the difference
  • Stay on the lookout, the marine reserve below is off limits
  • No camping, stay at Streaky Bay or Sceale Bay
Best time
Morning or late afternoon
Open
All year
Getting there
Gravel road via Sceale Bay or Calca; about 50 km south of Streaky Bay
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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