Moonta Bay

A popular holiday town where the sandy coves, stunning beaches, jetty and clear blue waters complete the idyllic panorama of Moonta Bay.

Located on the shores of Spencer Gulf, Moonta Bay is just 168 kilometres from Adelaide. Its beaches and jetty make this township a real draw card for families, holiday makers and fishermen alike.

Moonta and Port Hughes are close neighbours of Moonta Bay. The Port Hughes jetty offers excellent fishing opportunities. The area is very popular with boat fishers and charter boats with the boat ramp being the second business in the state.

Moonta including Moonta Bay and Port Hughes was named as South Australia's Top Tourism Town for 2021.

There is an excellent range of accommodation available, from the foreshore caravan park to motel and self-contained holiday homes.

There are also great restaurants and cafes making it one of the best places to view the sun setting.

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The Yorke Peninsula is the traditional lands of the Narungga (Nharangga) people, who have lived on, and cared for, this country since the beginning of time. We work, live and travel on Nharannga Banggara [Country], and we take time away from those pursuits to acknowledge and pay our deep respects to the Nharangga Elders of the past and present. 

Today, it is essential that we continue to care for and protect our spectacular natural environment. Tread lightly and leave no trace. Learn more about responsible and respectful travel on Yorke Peninsula.