Port Willunga Beach
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Overview
Highlights
Port Willunga Beach is one the Fleurieu Coast's most photographed beaches featuring the remains of the Port Willunga Jetty. A must-add for your Aussie Bucket List, Port Willunga Beach is located approximately 35kms south of Adelaide, the beach is famous for its golden cliff faces, crystal clear waters and soft white sands - the type that squeaks between your toes.
It is an ideal spot for those long beach walks on the wet sand, with only the sound of waves lapping at your feet. Nestled on the edge of the cliff top is the Star of Greece restaurant, offering stunning views along the coast and named after a nearby shipwreck. Sections of the hull of the Star of Greece, which sank in 1888, remain on the sea floor and makes for a popular diving spot. At low tide parts of the wreck may still be visible from the shore.
Port Willunga Beach also forms part of Route 31 Coastal Drive, which stretches from O'Sullivan Beach to Sellicks Beach along 31kms of pristine coastline (hence its name Route 31).
Activities
- Photography
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Surfing
Facilities
- Lookout
- Picnic area
- Carpark
- Amenities
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions. Ensure to check for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area, and check for the opening and closing times.
- Always enjoy views from trails and marked viewing points. Do not climb over barriers as cliff edges and slippery surfaces may cause injury or death.
- Only swim where permitted. Don’t jump from cliff edges into water bodies.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.
Photo & content credits: McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre
