Beaches

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast is home to some of the most pristine beaches in South Australia, each with their own spectacular coastline and seaside charm.

Aldinga, Christies, Maslins, Moana, Port Noarlunga, Port Willunga, Seaford, Sellicks, and South Port beaches all offer some of the best sand experiences in the land. Whether you have a small family, a group of friends or just love the escapism and long strolls where the water laps at your feet, we have the beach just for you.

There are lots of great spots for swimming, building sandcastles, shell spotting, explore rockpools, beach cricket and frisbee fun, just to name a few. There’s also surf lifesaving patrols at Aldinga, Moana, South Port, Port Noarlunga, and Christies Beach for during the warmer months for that extra piece of mind when in the water.

If you are up for some adventure, you can snorkel or scuba dive on a reef or wreck, surf (or learn to surf), enjoy boogie boarding, a paddle-board, paddling a kayak, or dropping a line from a jetty or fish off the beach – these are only a few suggestions!

The region is also home to a few beaches where you can drive your car onto the sand, which is popular with the locals and visitors alike. Beach access ramps may be monitored during December and March each year. Cars can only access the beach if drivers show a current beach permit or pay the vehicle access fee of $12. This ramp fee can be paid via cash or card. Permission is granted under clause 9.6.2 of the Foreshore By-law.

All are perfect for a BBQ picnic, or there are plenty of great seaside eateries waiting to welcome you for breakfast, coffee or light lunches.

There’s no doubt that McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast beaches are second to none…no wonder the locals never leave and visitors keep coming back.

So grab your towel and soak up the beauty.