Cape Spencer Lighthouse
Clifftop light guarding Investigator Strait.
A modern lighthouse on dramatic cliffs at the south-west tip of the peninsula, with sweeping views to Kangaroo Island.
Cape Spencer marks the wild south-western tip of Yorke Peninsula, where the waters of Investigator Strait, Spencer Gulf and the Southern Ocean meet. The squat modern lighthouse sits atop sheer limestone cliffs, reached by a short boardwalk that opens to panoramic views of West Cape, Althorpe Island and, on a clear day, Kangaroo Island. It is a prime spot for watching dolphins, seabirds and migrating whales.
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Last verified 8 August 2026 · source: South Australian Tourism Commission (southaustralia.com)
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Cape Spencer Lighthouse - frequently asked questions
When was Cape Spencer Lighthouse built?
The current concrete Cape Spencer Lighthouse was built in 1975, replacing a small automatic beacon that had been erected in 1950.
How do you get to Cape Spencer Lighthouse?
Cape Spencer Lighthouse is reached via a walking trail within Innes National Park, with views over the surrounding coastline and nearby islands.
Is Cape Spencer in Innes National Park?
Yes. Cape Spencer has been part of Innes National Park since the park was declared in 1970.
Sources
- South Australian Tourism Commission (southaustralia.com) (accessed August 2026)
- Wikipedia - Dhilba Guuranda–Innes National Park (accessed August 2026)
Image credits
- Cape Spencer, Dhilba Guuranda-Innes NP 20230208.jpg by User:DXR , CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons