Lochiel

Sitting beside the shores of Lake Bumbunga (a pink lake) on National Highway One between Port Wakefield and Snowtown, the small town of Lochiel is full of country charm and character.

Named after Lochiel Forest near Inverness in Scotland and also the Chief of the Cameron Clan, Lochiel was first surveyed in 1869. Today salt is mined from the lake, it hosts award winning accommodation - Pink Lake Tiny House - and is the place to stop for your BBQ needs if you're heading north!!

The Pink Lake at Lochiel is one of South Australia's most striking natural sights. Its famous pink hues - caused by salt-loving algae - shift in colour with the light, weather and seasons, creating a constantly changing landscape. The sculpture in Lake Bumbunga is called the 'Loch-Eel Monster' and has been a roadside landmark for decades, originally made from old tyres (that you can still find) the updated version is truly striking.

Easily accessible from the highway and perfect for photos at sunrise or sunset, the town of Lochiel and the lake are a must-see stop, whichever direction you're travelling.