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About Coffin Bay National Park
A remote coastal wilderness on the tip of the Eyre Peninsula protecting pristine beaches, coastal heath, and crystal-clear estuaries. The park is famous for its wild horse population and the pure white beaches of Avoid Bay and Point Avoid. Coffin Bay oysters are world-famous and the nearby town is a base for the park.
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A remote coastal wilderness on the tip of the Eyre Peninsula protecting pristine beaches, coastal heath, and crystal-clear estuaries. The park is famous for its wild horse population and the pure white beaches of Avoid Bay and Point Avoid. Coffin Bay oysters are world-famous and the nearby town is a base for the park. The park's beaches and bays are accessible mainly by 4WD, preserving their untouched character.
Warnings
Getting There
650km west of Adelaide via Port Augusta and Port Lincoln. The town of Coffin Bay is the gateway, accessed from the Lincoln Highway.
Visitor Tips
- •Hire a 4WD in Port Lincoln if you don't have one — it's essential. The Yangie Bay loop is suitable for high-clearance 4WD. The famous Coffin Bay oysters can be eaten straight from the farm in the town.
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At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- State
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Paid
- Duration
- 2–4 days
- Best Time
- October–April for beach activities; September–October for wildflowers
- Hours
- Open 24 hours.
Location
- Area
- Cummins
- Region
- Flinders Ranges
- State
- South Australia
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