- A protected area for sea lions was first proclaimed at Seal Beach in 1954
- Organised tours commenced in 1955
- In 1967, the reserve was re-dedicated as a fauna reserve under the Fauna Conservation Act 1964 along with the inclusion of two prohibited areas intended to protect the breeding area from interference
- In 1971, an aquatic reserve in the waters adjoining the Seal Beach foreshore was proclaimed
- In 1972, the reserve became the Seal Bay Conservation Park – which it remains today
- The reimagine engagement process will kick off during June 2020, finishing in September 2020