Explore and learn
There’s so much to discover when you visit South Australia’s beaches and coast. Start your adventure by learning about our ‘must see’ locations, the incredible plants and animals you might find, and some of the natural wonders that make our coastal environment so special.
Visit the department’s Good Living blog for other ideas on how to immerse yourself in South Australia’s great outdoors.
Watch a recording of a webinar, the History of Adelaide's beaches featuring author and leading coastal expert Professor Andy Short.
Visit the Rock Pool for more information on South Australia’s beautiful marine and coastal environments.
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Every winter thousands of giant Australian cuttlefish congregate in SA. Learn where, why and how to swim with them.
Learn about the importance of our oceans this World Ocean Day.
Learn all about the whales that visit South Australian shores and where, when and how to spot these magnificent creatures.
After recent storms SA's coastline held up relatively well thanks to the various management strategies. But looking back in history, it wasn't always the case as these historic storms show.
These South Australian rocky reefs are home to truly unique marine life. Here’s what else makes them so special.