CLUBS & RUNWAYS Coffin Bay (YCOF)

Coffin Bay is the centrepiece of the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia. Its pristine beaches with clear, glassy water make it a haven for beach lovers, coupled with its iconic oyster farm and beautiful wildlife. The descent into Coffin Bay Aerodrome (YCOF) alone is a pretty special experience.

Facilities

Coffin Bay Aerodrome is a simple airstrip situated 5km out of the coastal township. Owned and maintained by the Lower Eyre Council, it’s the perfect place to fly in over the turquoise coastline. The runway is a 08/26 1160m unrated limestone gravel strip. The aerodrome is available for private flying during the daytime.

Stay

There are a wide range of accommodation options available in Coffin Bay. From cute little beach shacks to flash holiday homes with sea views, there is something for every budget and experience. If you have access to a 4WD, you can venture out into the National Park and camp by the beach.

Explore

The beaches in Coffin Bay area are completely unspoiled and the water is crystal clear. Enjoy a refreshing dip and take a stroll along Long Beach. Climb to the top of the large white sandhill to watch a spectacular sunset. Speaking of sand, one of the best ways to explore the area is 4WDing along the pristine coastline in the Coffin Bay National Park. If you’re more comfy on sealed roads, pack a picnic and take a drive to some of the highlights including Point Avoid, Almonta Beach and Yangie Bay.

EAT & DRINK

A visit to Coffin Bay isn’t complete without sampling some of the best oysters in the world. Don a pair of waterproof waders, head out to the working oyster farms and learn about how oysters grow. Enjoy some of the freshest oysters you’ve ever tasted straight out of the water whilst semi-submerged in pristine waters. Oysters are on the menu virtually everywhere in Coffin Bay,

217° 2.76NM

Coffin Bay

08

ELEV: 13ft

RWY: 108/26 1160m, unrated gravel

CTAF 128

MELB CENTRE: 125.9

RWY LIGHTING: Nil

AD OPR: District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula (08) 8676 0400 mail@dclep.sa.gov.au

REMARKS

Animal hazards exist, emus and kangaroos are common in the area.

AD CHARGES: None along with other seafood specialties including blue swimmer crab, rock lobster and prawns. It’s a seafood lover’s delight.