Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier is a volcanic peak in South Australia with four distinct crater lakes situated on and around its summit. The dark lakes and surrounding landscape clearly display the geological origins of this formation.

The peak was first sighted in 1800 by Royal Navy Lieutenant James Grant, who named it after Admiral James Gambier. This naming marked when the location entered European records and maps.

The indigenous name Ereng Balam reflects the enduring bond between this place and its traditional custodians. Walking here, you become aware of how deeply rooted this mountain is in the lives of the original inhabitants.

A commemorative tower at the top gives visitors several vantage points to view the surrounding landscape and lakes. Clear days provide the best visibility for seeing the surrounding area and the crater lakes from above.

The four crater lakes display different colors across their surfaces, from deep blue to greenish hues. These color variations result from different mineral compositions and types of algae present in each lake.