Cap Island Conservation Park

Cap Island Conservation Park spans 8 hectares offshore from Eyre Peninsula, featuring granite base formations and steep, eroded margins along its perimeter.

Matthew Flinders named Cap Island during his exploration in February 1802, referring to the distinct geological profile of this coastal formation.

The conservation park maintains essential breeding grounds for seabirds while providing protected areas for Australian Sea-lions and New Zealand Fur-seals.

The Department for Environment and Water manages this Category Ia protected area, located 7.5 kilometers from Mount Misery on mainland South Australia.

The island sustains nine bird species and contains diverse plant life, including Sea Celery, Australian Sea-heath, and Thorny Lawrencia in its natural environment.

Location: South Australia

Elevation above the sea: 23 m

GPS coordinates: -33.94500,135.11800

Latest update: April 17, 2025 04:55