South Australia Road Trips

1 Walk the Yorke Yorkepeninsula .com.au The best way to discover Yorke Peninsula’s pristine coastline is along this scenic, continuous 500km walking/cycling trail from Port Wakefield toMoonta Bay. Hop on and off the trail to explore further as you make your way around the region. 2 Ardrossan Ardrossan Visitor Information Centre Yorkepeninsula .com.au The ArdrossanLookout provides a phenomenal birds- eye view of the town, the coast and the extensive impact the dolomite quarry and silos have had on the region. Drop anchor at the Ardrossan Heritage Museum, which casts insight into the region’s maritime chronicles (shipwrecks included!) or visit Emoyeni Wines a boutique family run winery that is family friendly too. 3 Port Vincent Yorkepeninsula .com.au Like most of the towns on the Yorke Peninsula, Port Vincent is an old port. It was once one of the old landing spots for the ketches going up and down the peninsula, but these days its a well known holiday playground and it’s an ideal location for fishing, crabbing, boating, sailing, swimming and snorkelling. 4 Stansbury Oysters Southern Yorke Oyster Shed Sales • 0407 189 121 Apart frombeing an attractive coastal spot for camping and fishing, Stansbury is the stronghold for an impressive supply of fresh oysters hauled straight off the coast. Get your hands dirty being a ‘Deckie for a Day’ on the Pacific Estate Oysters boat or pre- order your freshly shucked oysters from one of the two local operators. 5 Edithburgh Yorkepeninsula .com.au Situated on top of cliffs overlooking Troubridge Island, Edithburgh hosts great swimming beaches and a tidal swimming pool with a shallow area for kids. The towns jetty is renowned for its spectacular diving and ease for all levels of experience. You can expect to see a variety of marine life, including big-bellied seahorses, Port Jackson sharks, leafy sea dragons and cuttlefish. 6 Troubridge Island Escape & Charter troubridgeislandescape.squarespace.com Want to have a secluded island all to yourself? Book your unique escape with Troubridge Island Escape. Located next to the only pre-fabricated cast iron lighthouse in South Australia built in 1856 (now retired). Share your island holiday with the little penguins colony, migratory shore birds, playful dolphins & Sammy the resident sea lion. Warooka Yorkepeninsula .com.au On Yorkes you are never far from great beaches and Warooka is no exception, with Flaherty’s Beach and Hardwicke Bay a short drive away. Whilst here make sure to check out local gallery Baker Bros. Top Shop Gallery or check Ballara’s Art and Lifestyle Retreat events calendar. Feeling peckish? Cafe Moorooboo is your place to go for a quick bite. 8 Marion Bay Yorkepeninsula .com.au Sitting on the doorstep of Dhilba Guuranda - Innes National Park, Marion Bay is an idyllic coastal town popular for swimming and surfing. The town is also a popular fishing destination, get a guide to point you in the right direction with the likes of Reef Encounters Fishing Charters. After a day spent beachside, quieten your rumbling stomach at the Marion Bay Tavern where you’ll find local seafood staples and wood oven pizzas. Be sure to also check out the boutique Studio Surf Art Gallery and Café, featuring coastal inspired artwork by local artists, you may even find one to take home. 9 Dhilba Guuranda - Innes National Park A must-do on your Yorke Peninsula itinerary. Get amongst this awe-inspiring national park that delivers striking seascapes overlooking Ethel Wreck and Pondalowie Bay. Adventure awaits with a brilliant blend of wildlife, bushwalking, camping and surfing. Jump onboard a Marion Bay Ocean Safari and see the stunning Innes coastline from a different perspective whilst spotting dolphins and wildlife. 10 Minlaton Yorkepeninsula .com.au Pull up a stool at local gem Watsacowie Brewing Company and enjoy a pint or two. At the edge of town, you can also discover the Harry Butler Red DevilMonoplane and the story behindCaptainButler’s love affair with flying. 11 Barley Stacks Wines Barleystackswines.com - (08) 8834 1258 The grapes at this sustainably-minded winery are grown, crushed, fermented and bottled on-site, making it a must-see cellar door for any wine lover. Pair your favourite drop with a house made pizza or regional platter. 12 Sunny Hill Distillery Sunnyhilldistillery .com.au - 0418 896 449 Yorke Peninsula’s first crop to drop micro-distillery is situated just north of Arthurton atop one of the highest points of the peninsula. Come and enjoy a craft spirit made entirely on-site, whilst taking in the luxurious tasting room and enjoying the incredible views stretching all the way west to Spencer Gulf. 13 Port Hughes Yorkepeninsula .com.au With its clear blue waters and iconic long jetty, Port Hughes is widely renowned as a fishing hot spot. The Tavern, General Store, CopperClub and Love The Grind are all excellent choices for a feed. The Dunes golf course is the jewel crown of the township, designed by Greg Norman. Tee up and play 18 or 9 holes. 14 Moonta & Moonta Bay Yorkepeninsula .com.au If the fantastic view of the bay wasn’t enough for you, then the Coffee BarnGelateria, The Cornish Kitchen, Taste the Yorke, SplashTownwater park and the iconic Moonta Mines Tourist Railway and Sweets Shop are just some of the places that make this historical part of the peninsula so much fun. 15 Copper Coast Visitor Information Centre visitcoppercoast.com.au The visitor information centre is the gateway to The Farm Shed Museum, a National Trust Museum and the very popular Copper Coast Putt-Putt and the Copper Coast Indoor Play Centre. Prepare for the kids to never want to leave! 16 Wallaroo Yorkepeninsula .com.au One of the most popular coastal escapes on the Yorke Peninsula is also the perfect family destination. The township boasts an impressive amount of things to see and do including a visit to the North Beach where you can book yourself a lesson with Stoked Kitesurfing or for something more relaxing enjoy a coffee at the North Beach Kitchen. Keen fisher? Fishing fanatics flock to Wallaroo to cast a line off the famous jetty; expect good hauls of snapper, King George whiting, squid and flathead. For the little one’s book a Little Farmer Tour at Tarnasey Farm, an experience they’ll remember forever. For a good coffee, meal and drink book yourself a table at The Smelter or Bond Store Wallaroo which is a microbrewery, distillery and restaurant all under the same roof. 17 Port Broughton Yorkepeninsula .com.au Port Broughton is ideally situated close to the Southern Flinders Ranges, Clare Valley wineries and the Copper Coast, making it a great place to base yourself and visit several different regions. If the family has energy to burn, a stay at the Port Broughton Tourist Park Waterslides and Splash Park is a must, hours of fun to be had for the whole family! Fishing Guide Hoping to get a spot of fishing done during your journey across the Yorke Peninsula? Get all the info you need, hook, line and sinker in the Yorke Peninsula Fishing Guide! Wi-Fi hotspots have been provided to keep you connected throughout your journey. All locations have been marked on the front side of this map. 7