Height
17 meters
Year Built
1979
Address
Princes Highway, Kingston SE, SA 5275
The Lowdown
The Big Crayfish in Kingston SE (nicknamed Larry the Lobster by locals) celebrates the southern rock lobster industry that has been the backbone of this Limestone Coast town for over a century. This enormous bright red crustacean towers over the Princes Highway, welcoming travelers with its raised claws and friendly demeanor. Kingston SE's fishermen catch southern rock lobsters in the cold waters of the Southern Ocean, producing some of Australia's most prized seafood. The Big Crayfish has become one of South Australia's most beloved and photographed Big Things, combining quirky Australian humor with genuine celebration of coastal heritage.
Did you know?
"The complex originally included a restaurant inside the lobster's body"
History
The Big Crayfish, affectionately known as 'Larry the Lobster,' was built in 1979 by Paul Kelly to attract visitors to his roadside complex. Standing 17 meters tall, it became one of Australia's largest and most beloved Big Things. In 2015, Larry was saved from potential demolition by crowdfunding efforts that showed just how much Australians love their quirky roadside attractions.
More Fun Facts
- •Larry the Lobster is 17 meters tall - one of Australia's largest Big Things
- •Local fundraising saved Larry from demolition in 2015
- •Larry is technically a southern rock lobster, not a crayfish
- •The complex originally included a restaurant inside the lobster's body
- •Paul Kelly built Larry to attract customers to his roadside business
Visiting Tips
- 💡Try fresh rock lobster at local restaurants
- 💡The Coorong National Park is nearby for birdwatching
- 💡Kingston SE has excellent fishing from the jetty
- 💡The Limestone Coast wine region is worth exploring
- 💡Great stopover on the Melbourne to Adelaide drive
Opening Hours
The Big Crayfish can be viewed at any time.
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