Edithburgh Tidal Pool
Sheltered ocean swimming pool carved into the rocks.
A beloved natural tidal swimming pool set into the rocky foreshore, safe for families and topped up by the sea.
The Edithburgh Tidal Pool is a much-loved ocean swimming spot, a sheltered basin set into the rocks below the town and replenished by the tides. Calm, clear and shielded from the open gulf, it is ideal for families with young children and for snorkelling over the surrounding reef. A grassy reserve, shade and picnic tables overlook the pool, with the historic jetty and clifftop walk just along the shore.
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Last verified 8 August 2026 · source: South Australia Tourism (southaustralia.com) listing
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Edithburgh Tidal Pool - frequently asked questions
Is the Edithburgh tidal pool safe for swimming?
Yes. The Edithburgh tidal pool is a sheltered seawater swimming pool built into the rocky shoreline, refreshed daily by the rising tide, making it a popular and family-friendly spot through the warmer months.
Where is the Edithburgh tidal pool?
It sits on the foreshore at Edithburgh, on the south-eastern tip of Yorke Peninsula, around 226 kilometres from Adelaide by road.
What can you see diving at Edithburgh Jetty nearby?
The nearby Edithburgh Jetty is one of South Australia's best dive sites, where divers and snorkellers can spot leafy sea dragons, seahorses, pipefish, nudibranchs and octopuses in relatively shallow water.
Sources
- South Australia Tourism (southaustralia.com) listing (accessed August 2026)
- Wikipedia - Edithburgh, South Australia (accessed August 2026)
Image credits
- Edithburgh-coastline-sunset.jpg by Dreamofthedolphin , CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons