Tumby Bay Jetty

Tumby Bay Jetty is a popular travel destination in South Australia, known for its rich history and diverse marine life.

The jetty was built in 1874 and is the second jetty to be built on the Eyre Peninsula. It was created to ship ore from the Burrawing Mine through Tumby Bay.

The jetty is a great place to see some of Australia's diverse marine life. It is known for its resident, the Leafy Sea Dragons, which can be seen by divers. The jetty is also home to various creatures such as stingrays and seamoths. Visitors can explore the jetty and see these marine creatures up close.

Apart from the jetty, Tumby Bay is a typical Eyre Peninsula holiday resort, dominated by a long, narrow arc of beach, two jetties, and a large caravan park on the beachfront. The town is charming and has a rich history. Matthew Flinders first explored Tumby Bay in 1802 and named the bay and a nearby island after the village of Tumby in Lincolnshire, England. The town was first surveyed in 1900, and the first council meeting was held in 1901. Visitors can purchase a history book at the council office to learn more about the town's rich history.

The best time to visit Tumby Bay Jetty is during the winter months when divers can witness the giant cuttlefish migration. Visitors can get to Tumby Bay by driving 301 km west of Adelaide via the Princes and Lincoln Highways. It is a great road trip destination, and visitors can enjoy the