Cape Nelson State Park
Protected area in Victoria, Australia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Cape Nelson State Park, near Portland on Victoria's southwest coast is a 243-hectare (600-acre) state park.[1] Attractions include a 3-kilometre (2 mi) clifftop walk and a visit to the Cape Nelson lighthouse. The lighthouse was completed in 1884 and today offers accommodation in the Light Station Keepers Cottages.[2] Part of the route of the Great South West Walk is located within the park.[3]
Quick Facts Cape Nelson State Park Victoria, Nearest town or city ...
Cape Nelson State Park Victoria | |
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Nearest town or city | Portland |
Coordinates | 38°25′18″S 141°32′28″E |
Area | 2.43 km2 (0.9 sq mi) |
Managing authorities | Parks Victoria |
Website | Cape Nelson State Park |
See also | Protected areas of Victoria |
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Fauna include the Heath Mouse, Red-necked Wallaby and Echidna. The main vegetation types are listed as Soap Mallee, Heath and Wet Heath.
The Cape Nelson lighthouse featured in the 2010 romantic drama South Solitary.[4] The film provides good coverage of the interior of the lighthouse, cottage features and the landscape.