BALGOWAN
Balgowan is a small coastal town in South Australia. The waters surrounding Balgowan are well known for its great fishing and amazing sunsets.
Access to the north beach is via the ramp just near the Kiosk. The beach is a great swimming beach, calm and protected and the cliffs along the beach are breath taking.
Access to the south beach is from the carpark near the boat ramp. This is also a great swimming beach. Throughout the summer holidays a swimming platform is launched on the south beach.
If you are into fishing, you can catch squid off the rocks near the boat ramp.
Crabs can often be raked along the south beach in the warmer months.
Flathead can be caught in the shallows on soft plastics
If you have a boat, there are plenty of great spots to catch whiting, snapper (when you are allowed) and squid.
For further info visit the Balgowan website
FOOD AND AMENITIES
Maitland is approx 15 minutes away and has 2 Fantastic Pubs
Hotel Matiland (08) 8832 2431
&
Yorke Valley Hotel (08) 8832 2422
Yorke Valley Hotel also offers a takeaway service. Call the above number to order and then collect your food through the drive through.
The food at both pubs is fantastic but if we were to choose one, Yorke Valley Hotel is the winner.
Be sure to book ahead to secure your spot as they often book out
The Coffee Barn in Moonta is a great place for coffee or sweet treats
12775 Spencer Highway - 2kms from Moonta
(08) 8825 2315
Email: thecoffeebarngelateria@gmail.com
Matiland Foodland has a good range of groceries and fresh food
Drakes Moonta is approx 30 minutes away
Closest petrol station is Perry's in Maitland. It is just on the other side of town on Pt Victoria Rd.
The Clifftop Kiosk sells Fish and chips, coffee, a small number of grocery items and fishing bait.
Opening hours vary by season. Visit their Facebook page for current opening hours
OTHER THINGS TO DO
Walk the Yorke: a collection of unmissable walking trails right on your doorstep on stunning Yorke Peninsula. Next time you’re searching for a short break or active holiday, choose Walk the Yorke. Get close to your loved ones again. Take a breather from the rat race. The best holidays are the simplest ones.
North of Balgowan is some great scenic off road tracks.
You can visit:
Tiparra Rocks
The Bamboos
The Gap