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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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8 simple tips to help you stay safe at South Australia’s beautiful beaches

GUEST BLOG: Hear from Surf Life Saving SA about the simple things you can do to keep safe at the beach this summer.
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How to spend a day in SA’s Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park

Want to make the most of your visit to this iconic park? We’ve got you covered with this one-day itinerary.
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Ranger tips: Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park

Get insider tips on the best places to visit and must-do activities from park ranger Mark Davison.
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10 things to look for when beachcombing

Beachcombing is a great way to get to know your local beach. Check out our guide to see what you could find.
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9 of SA’s best sunsets in national parks

Summer is here and so are South Australia’s best sunsets – check out our top picks.
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Acknowledgement of Country

The Department for Environment and Water acknowledges Aboriginal people as the First Peoples and Nations of the lands and waters we live and work upon and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge and respect the deep spiritual connection and the relationship that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to Country.

The Department works in partnership with the First Peoples of South Australia and supports their Nations to take a leading role in caring for their Country.