Prospect Hill (Mount Thisby)
Prospect Hill
A dune hill that Matthew Flinders climbed in 1802. About 500 steps lead to a view of both the north and south coasts of the island and Pelican Lagoon.
Prospect Hill, also known as Sisby Hill, is a high sand dune on the island's isthmus. In 1802, the British navigator Matthew Flinders climbed it to survey the island. Today you can reach the summit by climbing about 500 wooden steps. From the platform you can see Pelican Lagoon to the north, the American River, and Pennington Bay to the south. It is the most straightforward place to understand the island's geography. The climb takes about 15 minutes, and it is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Pennington Bay
- Clifford's Honey Farm
- Kingscote Pelican Feeding
- Penneshaw
- Kangaroo Island Spirits
- Dudley Wines Cellar Door
- Emu Bay
- Cape Willoughby Lighthouse