Yorke Peninsula Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
region in South Australia
About Yorke Peninsula
Yorke Peninsula is rich in agriculture and marine resources and has a healthy fishing industry supporting recreational fishing, crayfish, crab and oyster businesses. Extractive industries also exist in the region including limestone, dolomite, gypsum and sand. High quality salt is harvested atPricebyCheetham Salt, this is the only remaining food-grade salt producer in Southern Australia. Yorke Peninsula experiences a mild maritime climate. Minimum winter temperatures average around 4°C and the maximum can reach 40°C during summer. Average annual rainfall is around 350 mm/annum near the coastal areas. The wettest months are from May to September. Winds can be quite strong along the coast, especially around the southern limits and offshore islands. Strong offshore winds can create hazardous
Top Attractions in Yorke Peninsula
Explore the best things to see and do in Yorke Peninsula:
- ★Home Grown Trail
Yorke Peninsula Travel Guide Sections
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