Port Hughes

Port Hughes, only 2 hours away from Adelaide, is a picturesque coastal town with pristine beaches, clear blue green water, and fantastic jetty with great fishing. Ideally located only minutes away from Moonta and Kadina, Port Hughes has one of the prettiest beaches in the northern Yorke Peninsula. The jetty is very popular with fisherman and there are plenty of deep-sea charters to choose from. The waters around Port Hughes are clear and calm, and are perfect for families, boating and water sports. Port Hughes is one of the many towns on the peninsula that has a large amount of development going on.

Port Hughes Caravan Park - Yorke Peninsula, South Australia

History

Port Hughes was surveyed in 1863 and was named after Sir Watson Hughes, who is one of the founders of the University of Adelaide.

Activities

  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Walking
  • Water sports
  • Crabbing

Town Facilities

  • Hotel
  • Caravan Park
  • Jetty
  • Boat ramp
  • General Store with fishing gear, groceries, take-away and dine in food.

Nearest Visitor Information 

The Farm Shed Museum and Tourism Centre
50 Moonta Road, Kadina, 5554