Map of Yorke Peninsula – Towns, Beaches & South Australia Guide

Map of Yorke Peninsula – Towns, Beaches & South Australia Guide

This map of the Yorke Peninsula provides an overview of one of South Australia's most popular coastal regions, including major towns, beaches, national parks, fishing destinations, transport routes and visitor attractions. It is designed for general reference, travel planning and understanding how the Yorke Peninsula is laid out.

Located west of Adelaide between Spencer Gulf and Gulf St Vincent, the Yorke Peninsula is known for coastal scenery, holiday towns, fishing, beaches, heritage communities and rugged coastal landscapes.

Quick Answer:

The Yorke Peninsula is located west of Adelaide in South Australia. Major towns include Kadina, Moonta, Wallaroo, Yorketown, Edithburgh, Marion Bay and Ardrossan.

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This Yorke Peninsula map highlights regional towns, beaches, national parks, fishing locations and major road connections.

Where Is the Yorke Peninsula Located?

The Yorke Peninsula is located in South Australia, extending south between Spencer Gulf and Gulf St Vincent. The peninsula sits west of Adelaide and is one of the state's most popular coastal holiday destinations.

  • East: Gulf St Vincent
  • West: Spencer Gulf
  • North: Mid North South Australia
  • South: Southern Ocean and Investigator Strait

Main Towns and Areas of the Yorke Peninsula

The Yorke Peninsula includes regional centres, coastal holiday destinations and fishing communities.

  • Kadina — largest regional centre on the peninsula
  • Wallaroo — coastal town and ferry destination
  • Moonta — historic copper mining town
  • Yorketown — major southern service centre
  • Ardrossan — eastern coastal community
  • Edithburgh — popular fishing destination
  • Marion Bay — gateway to Innes National Park
  • Port Vincent — holiday and fishing town
  • Stansbury — eastern coastal township
  • Maitland — inland agricultural centre

Major Areas of the Yorke Peninsula Explained

  • Copper Coast — Kadina, Moonta and Wallaroo region
  • Eastern Coast — Ardrossan, Port Vincent and Stansbury
  • Southern Peninsula — Yorketown, Edithburgh and Marion Bay
  • Western Coast — rugged beaches and fishing locations
  • Inland Farming Areas — agricultural heartland of the peninsula

Key Geographic Features

  • Spencer Gulf — western coastline
  • Gulf St Vincent — eastern coastline
  • Innes National Park — major coastal national park
  • Investigator Strait — southern waterway
  • Coastal cliffs and beaches — defining landscape feature
  • Fishing grounds — popular throughout the peninsula

Yorke Peninsula Transport and Road Map Overview

A map of the Yorke Peninsula is useful for understanding travel routes between towns, beaches and major attractions.

  • Yorke Highway — principal north-south route
  • Copper Coast Highway — connects northern communities
  • Coastal touring routes — provide access to beaches and lookouts
  • Regional road network — links inland and coastal towns
  • Wallaroo ferry services — connect with Eyre Peninsula routes

Why People Search for a Map of the Yorke Peninsula

  • To locate beaches and fishing destinations
  • To plan coastal road trips
  • To find towns such as Moonta and Wallaroo
  • To explore Innes National Park
  • To understand the layout of the peninsula

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Yorke Peninsula Map FAQs

  • Where is the Yorke Peninsula located?
    The Yorke Peninsula is located west of Adelaide in South Australia.
  • What is the Yorke Peninsula known for?
    The region is known for beaches, fishing, coastal scenery, national parks and holiday destinations.
  • What are the main towns on the Yorke Peninsula?
    Main towns include Kadina, Wallaroo, Moonta, Yorketown, Ardrossan and Edithburgh.
  • What is the most famous national park on the Yorke Peninsula?
    Innes National Park is the best-known national park on the Yorke Peninsula.

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Disclaimer: This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Maps are reference views and may not be complete, current, to scale or suitable for navigation, surveying, emergency use or official determinations. Distances, road conditions, access arrangements, facilities and transport services may vary over time. Always verify current information before travel.