Coffin Bay National Park, which occupies the vast and wild Coffin Bay Peninsula on the Eyre Peninsula, is a landscape of dramatic dualities. Its geography is defined by the contrast between the tranquil, sheltered bays of its northern shores and the high-energy coastline of the south and west, which faces the open ocean. Here, ancient and rugged limestone cliffs and towering coastal dunes are met by the powerful surf of the Southern Ocean.
Established in 1982, the park protects this significant coastal wilderness, which includes not only diverse ecosystems but also important heritage sites, such as the historic former whaling station at Point Sir Isaac, preserving a rich history that dates from the Indigenous Nauo people to early European settlers.
Key landmarks such as Point Avoid provide spectacular views of the rugged coast and offshore islands, while the white sands of Almonta and Gunyah Beaches are popular for surfing and beachcombing.
The park is a haven for wildlife, with abundant kangaroos, emus, and a rich diversity of birdlife, including ospreys and white-bellied sea eagles.
