Coobowie Estuary and Bird Hide

The Coobowie Estuary in Coobowie, South Australia is a popular attraction for birdwatchers and nature lovers due to its remarkable variety of birdlife.

Nestled at the edge of the estuary is the Coobowie Bird Hide, a bird observation deck that provides a wonderful vantage point for observing a wide range of bird species in their natural habitat. Visitors can obtain a complimentary brochure from Coobowie Caravan Park or the Coobowie Shop to assist in identifying the species. The bird hide is also conveniently located near a walking trail that offers scenic views of the surrounding scenery.

The Coobowie Bird Hide is equipped with various facilities, including a car park and coach parking lot for easy access, an interpretive center to learn about the local ecology, and is family and pet friendly (pet policy should be inquired about). The bird hide is open year-round, but the best time to visit is during the summer months when many bird species come to the estuary to breed. To reach the Coobowie Estuary and Bird Hide, visitors can take a scenic drive along the coastline on South Coast Road from Adelaide, which takes about 2 hours (150km), or take the Yorke Peninsula to Coobowie (82km).