Barker Inlet

Barker Inlet is a tidal waterway stretching between St Kilda and Port Adelaide along the Gulf St Vincent coast. It is characterized by mangrove forests, seagrass beds, and broad mudflats.

Captain Collet Barker explored these waters in 1831, giving the inlet its name. The waterway later became a crucial shipping route supporting Adelaide's growth.

The Kaurna people have deep roots here, historically harvesting shellfish and fish from these waters while gathering materials for traditional construction.

The inlet is accessible via boardwalks at Garden Island and St Kilda, where you can observe marine creatures and coastal plants up close. Visiting during high tide provides easier access to the water edges.

More than 30 sunken ships from before 1945 rest on the bottom and serve as natural perches for bird species. These submerged wrecks create habitats that seabirds and other animals depend on.

Location: South Australia

Part of: Gulf St Vincent

GPS coordinates: -34.74500,138.50000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:05