Photo of The Gap Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of The Gap Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of The Gap Beach with long straight shore

Photo of The Gap Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of The Gap Beach located in natural area

Photo of The Gap Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

6.9

Good

The Gap Beach

Balgowan, Australia

#92 out of 102 in South Australia

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Good for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Balgowan • 10.1 km

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About

The Gap Beach is located on the Great Australian Bight and it is in the 15th place out of 17 beaches in the Yorke Peninsula region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

The Gap Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

The Gap Beach (Yorke Peninsula) is located outside the Balgowan settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the The Gap Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+14 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Balgowan • 10.1 km

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Localities

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Balgowan • 10.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the The Gap Beach?

The coastline of The Gap Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at The Gap Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the The Gap Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the The Gap Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The Gap Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the The Gap Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the The Gap Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the The Gap Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the The Gap Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of The Gap Beach?

The Gap Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of The Gap Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on The Gap Beach.

How far is the The Gap Beach from parking?

The The Gap Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit The Gap Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in The Gap Beach is January. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

The Gap Beach (Yorke Peninsula Council) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.The Gap Beach (Yorke Peninsula Council) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.