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The best stay in Yorke Peninsula
Sleep within earshot of the waves in a classic beach shack, pitch a tent at a coastal caravan park, or settle into a heritage cottage in a copper-mining town. The peninsula's accommodation is laid-back, affordable and close to the water.
Accommodation on Yorke Peninsula ranges from absolute-beachfront caravan parks to remote bush camping, making it easy to base yourself wherever the adventure takes you. Coastal towns like Marion Bay, Stansbury and Port Vincent have well-equipped caravan parks, holiday shacks and units within walking distance of the water.
For nature lovers, camping inside Innes National Park is unforgettable. Sites at Pondalowie Bay, Stenhouse Bay and beyond put you within reach of surf breaks, walking trails and abundant wildlife, while the restored heritage cottages at Inneston offer a unique stay in a former gypsum-mining town.
Throughout the region you'll find motels, B&Bs, farm stays and self-contained cottages to suit couples, families and groups. Browse places to stay and book ahead during summer and school holidays, when the peninsula's most popular coastal spots fill quickly. Wherever you rest, the beach is rarely more than a short stroll away.
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7 places
Cable Bay
A quiet camping and fishing bay on the western edge of Innes National Park, away from the crowds.
Gleesons Landing
Beachfront camping and a popular surf and fishing spot.
A laid-back west-coast camping reserve with a sandy beach, surf break and excellent shore fishing.
Hillocks Drive (Butlers Beach)
Seven kilometres of private coast for campers and anglers.
A generations-old family farm near Marion Bay with bush camping, clifftop pods and seven kilometres of wild private coastline, rock pools and surf-fishing beaches.
Marion Bay
Gateway town to Innes National Park and the surf.
A small holiday town at the foot of the peninsula, the launch pad for Innes National Park, surf breaks and the Ethel wreck.
Pondalowie Bay Campground
The largest campground in Innes National Park, nestled behind the dunes at famous Pondalowie Bay.
Port Rickaby
A quiet west-coast holiday village with a jetty, safe beach and a caravan park right on the foreshore.
Troubridge Island
Penguin and seabird island with a historic lighthouse.
A low sandy island off Edithburgh, home to little penguins, nesting seabirds and a heritage lighthouse and cottages.
Stay in Yorke Peninsula - frequently asked questions
What kind of accommodation is Yorke Peninsula known for?
The peninsula is classic shack-and-caravan-park country, with more than 15 caravan parks plus holiday shacks, units and seaside cottages, many within walking distance of the water in towns like Marion Bay, Stansbury and Port Vincent. For something more characterful you can sleep in a restored lighthouse keeper's cottage on Troubridge Island off Edithburgh, in heritage cottages in the copper-mining towns of the Copper Coast, or off-grid in the historic gypsum-mining village of Inneston inside Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park.
Where can I camp inside Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park?
The main camping base is Pondalowie Bay Campground near the south-western tip, with separate zones for caravans and large rigs, camper trailers, and bush tent sites among the coastal mallee. Sites are basic (drop toilets and limited rainwater, so bring your own drinking water) and must be booked in advance through Parks SA, with both camping fees and park entry fees applying.
Do I need to book bush camping on Yorke Peninsula, and is it dog friendly?
Yes - the Yorke Peninsula Council manages 19 designated bush campgrounds, including coastal spots like Gleesons Landing and Point Souttar, and all of them require a paid camping permit that you can buy online through visityorkepeninsula.com.au or by phone. Pets are welcome at all of the council bush camping locations, and many caravan parks also have pet-friendly cabins and sites, though it is best to call ahead so the operator can allocate a dog-friendly spot.
What is the heritage accommodation at Inneston like?
Inneston Heritage Accommodation is a cluster of seven self-contained cottages set among the ruins of a 1930s gypsum-mining town deep inside Innes National Park, ranging from a couples-sized Post Office to the Engineers Lodge that sleeps up to ten. The cottages are deliberately off-grid with no TV, wi-fi or mobile reception, so you stay for the quiet, the lake views and a beach just a few minutes' drive away - book ahead through Parks SA.
When is the best time to book a stay on Yorke Peninsula?
Summer is the classic Yorke Peninsula holiday season when Adelaide families fill the coastal towns, so book caravan parks and shacks well ahead for school holidays and long weekends. Late spring, around October and November, is the quieter sweet spot with comfortable temperatures and easier availability, and the warmer months from roughly September to April are also prime time for the peninsula's famous blue swimmer crabbing.