The Cape Nelson State Park, near Portland on Victoria's southwest coast is a 243-hectare (600-acre) state park.[1] Attractions include a 3-kilometre (2 mi) clifftop walk and a visit to the Cape Nelson lighthouse. The lighthouse was completed in 1884 and today offers accommodation in the Light Station Keepers Cottages.[2] Part of the route of the Great South West Walk is located within the park.[3]

Cape Nelson State Park Victoria
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature)
Cape Nelson lighthouse
Cape Nelson State Park
Nearest town or city	Portland
Coordinates	38°25′18″S 141°32′28″E
Area	2.43 km2 (0.9 sq mi)
Managing authorities	Parks Victoria
Website	Cape Nelson State Park
See also	Protected areas of Victoria

Fauna include the Heath Mouse, Red-necked Wallaby and Echidna. The main vegetation types are listed as Soap Mallee, Heath and Wet Heath.

The Cape Nelson lighthouse featured in the 2010 romantic drama South Solitary.[4] The film provides good coverage of the interior of the lighthouse, cottage features and the landscape.

See also

• Protected areas of Victoria
• Discovery Bay Coastal Park

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