Torrens Island

Torrens Island, situated approximately 15 kilometers northwest of Adelaide, is a unique locale within the Port River Estuary. The island is predominantly designated as the Torrens Island Conservation Park, encompassing diverse habitats such as mangroves, samphire, and coastal dunes. These ecosystems provide vital habitats for numerous native species, including 69 bird species of conservation significance. Notably, the island is home to the heritage-listed Torrens Island Quarantine Station, established in 1879 to prevent the introduction of diseases into Adelaide. While public vehicle access is restricted, visitors can explore parts of the park via small watercraft, with opportunities for dolphin watching, kayaking, and boating in the adjacent Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary.