10 of the Best Family Beaches on the Yorke Peninsula
Calm, shallow water for little swimmers
The Yorke Peninsula is ringed by gentle, shallow beaches that are tailor-made for families. On the calm gulf coasts the water shelves slowly and stays sheltered, perfect for small swimmers, paddlers and budding crabbers. Here are ten of the best.
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WallarooWallaroo North Beach
A long, safe swimming beach with shallow water on the Copper Coast.
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Always check conditions and supervise children closely, especially on the more exposed western beaches.
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