Experience the magnificent rugged coastline, natural vegetation and uninterrupted ocean views at South Australia‟s most Southerly Point. Cape Northumberland holds the1858 lighthouse monument (the first mainland lighthouse in South Australia) and 1882 lighthouse. It is one of the most spectacular locations to have an uninterrupted view of the sunrise and sunset of the Southern Ocean.

The Southern Ocean has been carving impressions for thousands of years where the water meets the mainland. Rock formations locally called Rhino, Frog, Crocodile and Camel Rocks, Lobster Pot Rocks and Map of Australia Reef can all be seen from the Lighthouse area at Cape Northumberland.

Can be clearly seen at low tide from Sea Parade in the town of Port MacDonnell. The wagon wheel tracks were carved in the granite by the bullock team wagons that once carried the wool, pebbles and other items to and from the state‟s second busiest port at the time.

A gentle walk to the top allows views of Mount Schank, Mount Gambier , Cape Northumberland and Cape Douglas. Lt James Grant named Cape Northumberland when he observed the coastline from the HMS Lady Nelson on 3 December 1800.

A free recreational facility which includes „grinds and half pipe‟, located on Sea Parade, Port MacDonnell. Tenterden Reserve is also home to the Port MacDonnell Off Shore Angling Club and the public boat ramp.

233.2 square metres of mural depicting scenes from local history painted by 416 local residents under the careful eye of regional artist Kathy Mabon in 1999. Watch out for the fishermen in the boat that follow you as you walk by!

At the entrance to Port MacDonnell was brought to life by Ivo Tadic, a renowned sculptor from Mount Gambier. Made of limestone, it weights around 50 tons and contains enough limestone to build an entire medium sized house. The Bay Wave was a community project involving many local community including the local school children who sculptured the shells that make up part of the finished project.

Built in 1863, it was the only one of its type in South Australia to combine Police Station and residence, cells, court room, customs house, post and telegraph stations with residence and school teacher‟s residence. Currently a private home with luxurious apartment style bed and breakfast accommodation.

On the front lawn of the Customs House stands an obelisk in memory of those who gave their lives in war and a German Mine that washed up at Port MacDonnell in 1943.

Protects South Australia‟s largest Rock Lobster Fishing Fleet and provides sheltered conditions for recreational water sports and fishing spots.

An invitation to discover Historic Port MacDonnell. The historic Trail is a walk or drive journey discovering homes, businesses and natural wonders of historical significance to the local area, and includes the Woolwash Interpretive Centre.

Popular surfing swimming and diving spot with walking trails (1/2 hour and 2 hour walks) and ancient Aboriginal campsites.

A self drive touring route integrating cultural, heritage and nature based experiences within a 130km radius of Port MacDonnell. 21 maritime themed interpretive trail markers emotively recount the tale of the wreck of the Admella, which occurred in the early hours of 6 August 1859; the beginning of a horrific week for survivors who remained on board, in sight of land, while volunteers struggled to rescue them from the stricken steamer. www.admella.org.au

Holds a vast and interesting collection of maritime artifacts and displays and information on over 40 local shipwrecks that occurred along the rugged coast, including the ship‟s signal cannon and bell from the SS Admella. It also tells the story of the town‟s important fishing industry. Located in Meylin Street, phone 08 8738 7259 or 08 87382576 for bookings. Entrance fee applies.

Open to the general public 7 days a week between 7am and 7pm.  Arrangements can be made to use the gym outside of these hours by phoning the Port MacDonnell RTC on 08 8721 0425 or 08 8738 2380. 

The gym is located in the Port MacDonnell Netball club building.

Membership: $30per year plus a gold coin donation each time you use the facilities. 

For information about organised gym classes (fees apply) click here or contact the Port MacDonnell Rural Transaction Centre info@dcgrant.sa.gov.au or 08 87210425 or 08 87382380