Coffin Bay SA

Another flawless, sun-drenched day on the Eyre. Nature is really showing off for us.

Today we headed back to Oysters HQ in picturesque Coffin Bay to relive one of our trip highlights from last year - an amazing local seafood platter. While the seafood was still excellent (how could you go wrong in the seafood capital of Australia), unfortunately this year’s version lacked the wow factor of last year’s effort. Apparently the place has changed hands recently, which may explain the different approach. Notwithstanding, it was still a lovely relaxing spot for lunch overlooking the bay. The kids enjoyed fish and chips and ice creams from the takeaway up the road 😁

Post lunch indulgence we moved on to explore Coffin Bay NP, including Golden Island - easily one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve been to anywhere. Unfortunately, it was so windy the car was gently rocking while parked! Hence, while swimming was theoretically possible it would have been practically absurd as sand was already infiltrating every crevice of our existence.

So we sensibly moved on to spend the afternoon at one of Port Lincoln’s signature establishments - Jump Ship Brewery, where Dan and Anth sampled a tasting paddle and Helen and I enjoyed a very civilised sparkling rosé. A perfect wind down (or up) in preparation for shark day tomorrow 🧐

P.S. Coffin Bay remains my favourite place on the Eyre Peninsula. I would happily return at any time, except for the minor detail that it’s a really long way from absolutely anywhere else!Read more