Point Lowly Lighthouse

Built 1883DecommissionedSouth Australia
Point Lowly Lighthouse

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About Point Lowly Lighthouse

The Point Lowly lighthouse was constructed in 1883 to guide ships safely through Spencer Gulf en route to Port Augusta and Port Pirie in South Australia. It was upgraded several times before being deactivated in 1993. It was reactivated in 1995 and is a tourist attraction for the Whyalla area and an icon of the Point Lowly area.

Visiting Point Lowly Lighthouse

  • Location: 32.9997°S, 137.7856°E — view on Google Maps
  • Nearest town: Whyalla, South Australia (21 km west) — see accommodation in Whyalla
  • Access: Conditions vary by site. Some lighthouses sit on public headlands with car parks and interpretive signage; others are on islands or in active marine reserves requiring a boat or permit. Check with the relevant state parks service or heritage body for current access, opening times and fees before visiting.

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Further reading

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