Ready to Explore Eyre Peninsula

Summer is all about long sunny days with warm weather and minimal rain. Of course, it's the perfect time to hit the coast! Whether you're swimming, surfing, diving, snorkelling, paddleboarding or just lazing on the beach, there's no shortage of activities in and on the waters. Those heading far west can fish for mulloway from the beach or try crabbing around Streaky Bay. During summer, the sand is soft — so grab a sandboard and head to Lincoln National Park or Fowlers Bay. December and January are peak season for coastal Eyre, so whether you're camping or booking a home away from home, be sure to plan ahead.

Ask a local and they'll likely tell you autumn is the best time of year on Eyre. Autumn brings calm, clear days — great for enjoying beaches where the only footprints are yours! The night skies are clear (perfect for stargazing) and the moderate weather brings ideal hiking conditions (strap your boots on for Mount Greenly and Carappee Hill). Autumn sees a lovely community vibe with events taking centre stage. And it's an ideal time for those wanting to escape the crowds — although it will pay to plan ahead for Easter holidays which can be busy.

Winter on Eyre brings truly one-of-a-kind experiences. The fabulous cuttlefish arrive in Whyalla to mate and the whales arrive at Head of Bight to birth and nurse their young. It's also a great time to head to a national park to camp under the night sky with a cosy campfire. Winter is prime time for eating oysters off the racks and casting a line for King George whiting; the Australian Salmon Fishing Championships are also open. And don't let the rain stop you from experiencing the best of Eyre — you'll always find a warm welcome at any of the local museums and local guides are well-versed in the delights of Eyre in winter...

Spring is an incredible season for visitors. It's a quiet time, perfect for those who are looking to escape the crowds, as well as a time for new life and new growth. The landscape is a little greener, wildflowers are blooming in the Gawler Ranges and the canola fields are a vibrant yellow (please admire from afar and stay behind the fences). Migratory birds arrive along the coast and can be viewed through spring and summer, and native animals have cute babies in tow (keep an eye out for them!). November is affectionately known as 'Bio-vember' but it comes with two upsides: the South Easterlies bring in the pelagic fish with the change of currents and it's an awesome time for wind-surfing!