A tranquil tidal lagoon between American River and Penneshaw. Excellent for kayaking, birdwatching, and spotting pelicans. The surrounding area offers peaceful bushwalks and water views.
- Location
- Pelican Lagoon, KI
- Region
- North Coast
- Category
- Travel Guide
- Read Time
- 4 min read
Planning a visit to Pelican Lagoon
A tranquil tidal lagoon between American River and Penneshaw. Excellent for kayaking, bird watching, and spotting pelicans. The surrounding area offers peaceful bushwalks and water views.
Pelican Lagoon is in Kangaroo Island's North Coast region. Check the land manager's current alerts, fire restrictions and track conditions before visiting a remote natural area.
The practical notes and answers on this page are specific to Pelican Lagoon. For island-wide transport, safety and itinerary advice, start with the Kangaroo Island planning guides.
Nearby Kangaroo Island Destinations
- •Visit American River — North Coast travel guide
- •Visit Penneshaw — Dudley Peninsula travel guide
- •Explore Dudley Peninsula — East travel guide
Check current conditions
Kangaroo Island weather, fire danger, road access, park alerts, prices and opening times can change. Confirm time-sensitive details with the relevant operator or government authority before travelling. See National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia for park alerts and the Bureau of Meteorology for current South Australian weather.