Kingston on Murray Bridge Lookout and Sturt Memorial

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This lookout provides scenic views over the Murray River's backwaters - Loch Luna is visible to the left and Wachtel's Lagoon to the right - and the bridge that carries traffic along the Sturt Highway. The lookout also marks the spot where Captain Charles Sturt and his crew rowed past on their 1830 exploration of the Murray River
The view from Kingston-on-Murray Bridge.
Wachtel's Lagoon lies to the right of the bridge.
A plaque at the lookout to mark the opening of the bridge in 1973.
Pedestrians are able walk along a footpath on the bridge.
The nearby bridge carries traffic along the Sturt Highway.
The bridge was opened on February 21st 1973 .
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Sturt Highway, Kingston On Murray, South Australia, 5331

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