Surfing & Watersports
World-class breaks, kite spots and crystal dive sites.
The best surfing & watersports in Yorke Peninsula
The bottom of Yorke is a surfing pilgrimage, with breaks at Pondalowie, Daly Head and Chinamans drawing surfers from across the state. Add snorkelling over seagrass meadows, kayaking sheltered bays and shore diving the Ethel wreck.
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Berry Bay
Long west-coast beach with a mellow beach break.
A sweeping west-coast beach known for its beginner-friendly beach break, dunes and great fishing.
Daly Head
Powerful reef break for experienced surfers.
A rugged headland on the west coast prized for its powerful, consistent reef break and remote feel.
Edithburgh Jetty
One of South Australia's premier shore dives.
A historic jetty famed among divers for its rich marine life, and a favourite spot for jetty fishing.
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.
Innes National Park
Rugged cliffs, surf beaches and a ghost gypsum town.
The wild jewel at the foot of the peninsula, with surf breaks, turquoise coves, abundant wildlife and the Inneston ghost town.
Pondalowie Bay
Legendary surf break and crayfishing cove in Innes.
A renowned surf break and sheltered crayfishing bay within Innes National Park, ringed by dunes and a popular campground.
Port Hughes Jetty
Top jetty for whiting, squid and crabs.
A favourite Copper Coast fishing jetty near Moonta Bay, reaching into clear water over seagrass and sand.
Port Vincent
Yachting harbour with calm swimming and a marina.
A pretty east-coast holiday town built around a sheltered bay and marina, with safe swimming and a lively summer scene.
The Gap
Cliff-framed surf beach deep in Innes National Park.
A dramatic cliff-backed surf beach in Innes National Park, reached by a steep walk down from the lookout.