Moonta Bay 

Moonta Bay and Port Hughes are close neighbours of the small town of Moonta. The towns are very popular with holidaymakers and has excellent facilities and accommodations. The iconic long wooden jetty is stunning to look at and provides various opportunities for fishermen and fishing enthusiasts. The wide sandy shores, clear blue green water and sunset vistas are excellent for families and couples.

Things to do

• Explore Moonta Mines Museum located in the Moonta Mines Model School
• Sample sweeties at Moonta Mines Sweet Shop
• Visit Miner's Cottage & Heritage Garden built in 1870
• Take a 50 minute guided tour on the Moonta Mines Tourist Train
• Find out your family history at the Family & Local History Resource Centre in Ellen Street
• Drive through the Moonta Mines State Heritage Area & see Cornish cottages, the ruins of Richman's concentration plant
• Walk the Moonta Heritage Walk with over 60 points of interest
• Visit Moonta Mines Wesley Methodist Church
• See historical buildings. The Freemasons Hall, the National Bank, the cemetery & the Moonta Hotel are all noteworthy
• Swim, sail, sailboard, dive, fish off the jetty or take a fishing trip
• Commercial fishing boats can be chartered