Point Labatt Sea Lion Colony
Australia's Largest Mainland Sea Lion Colony
A clifftop lookout above a permanent colony of Australian sea lions — the largest mainland breeding colony of this endangered species.
A rare mainland refuge
Australian sea lions are one of the rarest sea lion species in the world, and Point Labatt is home to their largest permanent breeding colony on the Australian mainland. From a clifftop lookout you can watch dozens of them — bulls, mothers and pups — hauled out on the rocks below, lazing, squabbling and surfing the swell.
The colony is present year-round, and a viewing platform and interpretive signs explain the species' fragile status. The drive out across the western farmland is part of the experience, often rewarded with emus and eagles along the way.
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Point Labatt Sea Lion Colony — frequently asked questions
What is Point Labatt?
Point Labatt, south of Streaky Bay, is home to one of the only permanent mainland breeding colonies of Australian sea lions. From a clifftop lookout you can watch the sea lions resting and playing on the rocks far below.
Can you get close to the sea lions at Point Labatt?
No — viewing is from a clifftop platform high above the colony to protect the animals, so binoculars are recommended. Visitors must stay on the lookout and not attempt to descend to the beach.
Are Australian sea lions endangered?
Yes. The Australian sea lion is listed as a threatened species, which makes protected colonies like Point Labatt especially important. Viewing from the designated lookout helps avoid disturbing them.
Image credits
- Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea) in Esperance Port, January 2024 02.jpg by Calistemon , CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons