Cycling South Australia's Eyre Peninsula: Ceduna to Smoky Bay (38-40km)
November 14th 2006 23:32
Wow! For the first time since leaving Albany in WA we had a choice of roads. We just couldn't resist the luxury of leaving the John Eyre Highway behind so, despite the extra distance, we headed down the Flinders Highway in a giant loop round the Eyre Peninsula.
Great decision. We heard from other cyclists that the more direct route on John Eyre Highway was a tad boring and scarily busy. Mind you, the Flinders Highway was, at first, not a lot different to the last section of the Nullarbor ride. Rolling roads with sparse vegetation and dry, dusty paddocks. The road itself was extremely rough and we cursed the camper in Ceduna who had told us we'd have a very smooth run.
To get to Smoky Bay take a right turn (signposted at around 38kms from Ceduna) and cycle to the end of the road. Smoky Bay is a fishing village with oyster beds and an oyster production factory which you can tour. You'll pass oyster beds on your left.
At the foreshore, a right turn will take you to the General Store and a left turn will take you to the Caravan Park right near the Jetty. The Caravan Park is pleasant enough but welcomes dogs who seem to enjoy pooping in the sandy tentsites. Check your site thoroughly before setting up camp! Right next door, the sport and recreation club does good meals and has cheap drinks.
Great decision. We heard from other cyclists that the more direct route on John Eyre Highway was a tad boring and scarily busy. Mind you, the Flinders Highway was, at first, not a lot different to the last section of the Nullarbor ride. Rolling roads with sparse vegetation and dry, dusty paddocks. The road itself was extremely rough and we cursed the camper in Ceduna who had told us we'd have a very smooth run.
Sunset over Smoky Bay, Eyre Peninsula
To get to Smoky Bay take a right turn (signposted at around 38kms from Ceduna) and cycle to the end of the road. Smoky Bay is a fishing village with oyster beds and an oyster production factory which you can tour. You'll pass oyster beds on your left.
At the foreshore, a right turn will take you to the General Store and a left turn will take you to the Caravan Park right near the Jetty. The Caravan Park is pleasant enough but welcomes dogs who seem to enjoy pooping in the sandy tentsites. Check your site thoroughly before setting up camp! Right next door, the sport and recreation club does good meals and has cheap drinks.
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Comment by katyzzz
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MS Paint Art
Wonderful Image. I'm sure you're very brave, how do you carry your gear with you and manage your money?
The person who promised you a smooth ride was probably thinking of being in a car.
I'd like to see you at my place. Ms Paint Art
katyzzz
Comment by Michael D
Cheers