Marion Bay

Situated at the foot of Yorke Peninsula, Marion Bay is the gateway to Innes National Park. Marion Bay has a small population of approximately 130 permanents; this swells to 500-900 during holiday periods. The beaches at Marion Bay offer the best of both worlds - a sheltered swimming beach, popular with families and a surf beach on the other side. Fishing is available for everyone offering boat, jetty, beach, rock and surf fishing.


Willyama Back Beach, Marion Bay - Yorke Peninsula, South Australia


Being on the foot of the Yorke Peninsula incorporates high winds of south-easterly nature during the summer months. The best time to visit are the months of March, April & May where the winds die down and the seas are calm with a mild temperature. Summer months can become very hot and winters can be bitterly cold. Marion Bay has a moderate rainfall and generally does not receive as much rain as Adelaide or surrounding districts.

Attractions

  • Innes National Park
  • Jetty
  • Penguin Point small sheltered beach, great for families and popular with Vac Swim classes
  • Willyama Beach, beautiful white beach that goes for half the length of the town, very popular with surfers and walkers
  • The Marion wreck can be seen off Willyama Beach
  • The Museum depicting the days of old, and the town's history, with many old photos
  • Berry Bay Scenic Drive relax and enjoy a picnic or fishing on a delightful sandy beach
  • Walkways to beaches, and pleasant strolls along the beach (dogs allowed)

Activities

  • Surfing
  • Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Photography
  • Bush Walking
  • Flora and Fauna appreciation

Town Facilities

  • Marion Bay General Store, Phone: (08) 8854 4008
  • Marion Bay Rise, Phone: 0407 465 535
  • Sporting facilities including Tennis Courts, Netball Courts, Lawn bowls/Bocce green, and Volleyball Court.
  • General Store with groceries, fuel and auto gas, bait, ice, tackle, take away, camping gear, and videos etc.
  • Tavern
  • Bank SA Agency
  • Post Office
  • Caravan Park
  • Public toilets
  • Community Hall
  • Gazebo

Nearest Visitor Information 

Yorke Peninsula Visitor Information Centre
29 Main Street, Minlaton, 5575

Innes National Park Visitor Centre
Stenhouse Bay, 5575