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Independence Point, American River

  • BBQ facilities BBQ facilities
  • Shelter Shelter
  • Walking and hiking trails Walking and hiking trails
Facility type: Park
Features: BBQ; Historic sites; Lookout; Monument; Parking (free); Shelter; Walking trails

Independence Point is the site of the launchof the first recorded ship built in South Australia, a 35 ton Schooner named "Independence", in 1804 by whalers and sealers.

Above Independence Point is Muston Lookout which provides panoramic views of Pelican Lagoon.

Getting there:
SA