Place Type
Reserves - National Parks,Reserves
Location
664.59kms NorthWest of Adelaide - Driving 920 km (10 hours 27 mins)
Address & Contact
Fowlers Bay Conservation Reserve
South Australia 5690
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Web: https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/parks/fowlers-bay-conservation-park
Information
4WD access is permitted across the dunes and along the beaches. There are 3 designated bush camping areas within Fowlers Bay Conservation Park (Scotts Beach Campground, Mexican Hat Headland Campground, Mexican Hat Flat Campground). Alternatively, there is a caravan park in the township.
During the whale watching season from May to October Fowler’s Bay Conservation Park provides an excellent overnight stop for camping whilst whale watching along the Eyre Peninsula Coast. You can find a ruined lookout and whale bones on Point Fowler which are evidence of the area’s whaling history.
Fowler’s Bay is blessed with an abundance of good fishing. A good time can be had catching Mulloway, Whiting, Garfish, Tommy Ruff, Trevally and Sweep. Scotts Beach and Mexican Hat are very popular for surf fishing. You will need your vehicle to visit these areas.
Boat fishing opportunities are nothing short of excellent. Should you intend to fish from a boat it is recommended you seek local advice as weather conditions in this part of the world can be very changeable. Ensure your are familiar with fishing restrictions of the Nuyts Archipelago marine park prior to arrival. Fishing is actively managed in South Australia by the Department of Primary Industries and Resources SA.