About Clayton Bay On the banks of the Lower Murray River in South Australia

The town of Clayton was named by Governor MacDonnell in 1858 and is located on the Lower Murray River.  Blocks were first offered for sale in 1859.  These were only in the area known as "Old Clayton".  The rest of Clayton remained as farmland until the mid 1960's and the 1990's, when this land was subdivided to create the township of today. In 2008, the name of Clayton was officially changed to Clayton Bay by the SA Government. Over the last 20 years, the face of Clayton Bay has changed considerably, and today Clayton Bay is considered a quiet holiday hamlet that cherishes its seclusion and receives visitors who appreciate its tranquillity or enjoy the breezy summers that attract sailors, fishermen and holidaymakers each year. The Lower Murray Ramsar wetlands have gained prominence with its well-deserved classification as a migratory bird habitat of world stature. The Clayton Bay community has adopted a custodial role for the wetlands, with the preservation and development of  remnant vegetation and the development of an educational walking trail with a boardwalk.  The safe waters and foreshore facilities at Clayton Bay also attract families for a myriad of water-based activities.