Edithburgh Jetty

Edithburgh SA 5583 (Pop 570)

Edithburgh is a pretty Yorke Peninsula holiday destination located 226 km west of Adelaide. European settlement began in 1860s and was named after the SA Governor’s wife. Edithburgh became a major salt producer and at its peak (1920s) 24 000 tonnes was exported annually. Today mainly tourism supports the local economy. Gala Day (Oct).

Tourist Attractions & Info:
Edithburgh Native Flora Park, Anstey Tce 17 ha reserve of eucalypts, acacias & casuarinas, a prolific birdlife and 2 km of scenic walking paths. Maritime Museum, Edith St excellent maritime and local history displays and memorabilia. Open (2pm-4pm) Sun & holidays. Historic Cemetery contains the graves of many early German settlers. Edithburgh Jetty, Edith St wonderful Troubridge Island views and good fishing. Foreshore natural tidal pool a great swimming spot. 

Nearby:
Troubridge Hill (south) excellent coastal views and nearby is Troubridge Hill Lighthouse and the Clan Ranald anchor. Sultana Point (2 km south) pretty swimming and fishing spot. Troubridge Island Conservation Park (30 min by boat) 260 ha reserve home to a large number of bird species including penguins and also a lighthouse. Coobowie (5 km north) small popular coastal town with good swimming.

Accommodation:
Edithburgh has 2 motels, 2 hotels, a B&B, several holiday apartments/cabins/cottages and two caravan parks. Visitor Information Centre: Cnr  Weaver & Towler Sts, Stansbury. Tel (08) 8852 4577.

Airport:
Adelaide Airport (ADL), 1 James Schofield Dr, Adelaide Airport. Tel (08) 8308 9211. (232 km east).

Hospital:
Yorketown Hospital, 19 Waterloo Bay Rd. Tel (08) 8852 1200. (16 km n-w).