Remarkable Rocks

The basics

The Remarkable Rocks are located within the Flinders Chase National Park, and are visited on most Kangaroo Island sightseeing tours and 4WD tours. Follow the boardwalk along the sea cliffs to reach them, and give yourself plenty of time to admire the views, pose for photos beneath the unusual, towering rocks, and learn more about their formation from the information boards. If you’re lucky. you might even spot dolphins or migrating whales as you gaze out to sea.

Things to know before you go

• The Remarkable Rocks are one of Kangaroo Island’s most visited sites and a must for first-time travelers to the island.

• There is an admission fee to enter the Flinders Chase National Park, and permits are available from the Flinders Chase Visitor Centre. The center also offers hiking maps, park information, and a café.

• There are restrooms at the Remarkable Rocks parking lot.

• Be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes, and bring sunscreen and plenty of water.

• The Remarkable Rocks are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

How to get there

The Remarkable Rocks are located along the south coast of the Flinders Chase National Park. There’s no public transportation within the park, so you’ll need to either drive or join a tour. From the Flinders Chase Visitor Centre, head south along the Cape du Couedic Road, then turn off before you reach Admirals Arch. From the parking lot, follow the boardwalk to the Remarkable Rocks, a less than 10-minute walk.

When to get there

The Remarkable Rocks are most impressive at sunrise and sunset, when the lichen-covered rocks glow golden beneath the rising or setting sun. Early morning and late afternoon are also the best time to avoid the crowds, with most tour buses turning up between 10.30am and 4pm.

Visiting the Flinders Chase National Park

The Flinders Chase National Park covers the western end of Kangaroo Island, and is home to some of the island’s most popular sights. After admiring the Remarkable Rocks, head along the coast to Admirals Arch to take in the views and spot New Zealand fur seals lounging on the rocks; explore Weirs Cove; or enjoy scenic hikes such as the Snake Lagoon trail and the Platypus Waterhole Walk. Along the north coast, you'll find more views from the historic Cape Borda Lighthouse.