Cape Bouguer Wilderness Protection Area, Kangaroo Island

#11 among attractions in Kangaroo Island

Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area

Cape Bouguer Wilderness Protection Area location map

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Cape Bouguer Wilderness Protection Area is a protected area located on the south coast of Kangaroo Island in South Australia about 84 kilometres south-west of Kingscote. The wilderness protection area was proclaimed in October 1993 under the Wilderness Protection Act 1992 in order to ‘protect and preserve the outstandingly high wilderness qualities of the area.’ It was created on land excised from the Kelly Hill Conservation Park. It is classified as an IUCN Category Ib protected area. ()

Established: 15 October 1993 (30 years ago)Coordinates: 36°0'40"S, 136°55'52"E

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Cape Bouguer Wilderness Protection Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kelly Hill Conservation Park.

2 miNW
National park
Kelly Hill Conservation Park
51 min walk • In addition to its underground wonders, Kelly Hill Conservation Park boasts a network of picturesque walking trails that meander through the rugged landscape. Hikers can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Australian bush, keeping an eye out for native...