Discovery Holiday Parks
Whyalla Foreshore, Spencer Gulf, SA
AAA Rating:
Three and a half stars
Overview
Discovery Holiday Parks – Whyalla (formerly Whyalla Foreshore Caravan Park) on the South Australian Eyre Peninsula is set on the Spencer Gulfforeshore. Midway between Adelaide and Streaky Bay, Whyalla is on the premier fishing route along the East Coast Eyre Peninsula, with Port Augusta an hour away and Port Lincoln just over3 hours away. Beyond the coast, Whyalla is the gateway to the Outback within easy reach of Quorn and Hawker, with the major regional centre of Mount Gambier a 5 and a half hour drive away.
Now South Australia’s third largest city, Whyalla was originally established as a port to ship iron ore extracted from the nearby Middleback Ranges. Boasting a rich mining and steel making history, a range of daily tours are available for the whole family including the OneSteel Steelworks Tour and the Whyalla Maritime Museum, which features the land-locked ‘HMAS Whyalla’ – the first modern warship build in South Australia in 1941.
The region is widely regarded for its natural beauty and excellent fishing. The Whyalla Conservation Park with its famed Wild Dog Hill is a popular picnic and hiking spot, while the annual migration of the Giant Australian Cuttlefish remains a major draw card for avid divers.
Many consider Whyalla to be Australia’s Best Red Snapper fishing ground, with fish caught in excess of15kg. Marek’s Reef and the Whyalla and Point Lowly ramps are popular spots for snapper, with King George Whiting found near Cowled’s Landing and the Eight Mile Creek fishing and sand patches. The Whyalla jetty offers anglers a good chance at landing tommy ruff, garfish, squid, blue swimmer crabs and some species of whiting.
Discovery Holiday Park– Whyalla is pet-friendly and offers a range of accommodation from lawn-covered camp and caravan sites with power, water and in most cases, sullage - through to a wide range of cabins to suit all travellers.
Our range of 4 Star self-contained cabins provide sleeping for 4 to 6 and come complete with full kitchen including dishwasher, TV/DVD, split system air-conditioning and covered veranda.
For larger families, our 4 Star Deluxe Cabin features 3 bedrooms with sleeping for 7 and features a large TV, separate living and dining, plus separate toilet.
Our 3 Star Standard and Economy Cabins provide sleeping for 5 and feature kitchenette, reverse cycle air-conditioning, while our Economy Fisherman Cabins are ideal for a ‘back to basics’ fishing expedition with easy access to the nearby amenities block.
With a jumping pillow, playground, kiosk, boat ramp and just minutes from the beautiful Ada Ryan Gardens, Discovery Holiday Parks – Whyalla is the ideal family or fishing holiday destination.
Accommodation
- Deluxe, Superior, Standard and Economy Cabins
- Powered Caravan Sites
- Camping sites
Features & Facilities
- Pet Friendly
- BBQ’s
- Boat Ramp
- Camp Kitchen
- Children’s Bathroom
- Jumping Pillow
- Playground
- Kiosk
- Disabled access
- Hire Equipment
- Internet access
Local Attractions
Accommodation
- 4 star accommodation
- Queen bed in the main bedroom with TV
- Single bed and single bunks in the second bedroom
- Includes all linen and towels
- Large bathroom with 2 person corner spa and separate toilet
- Full kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, large fridge, all crockery and utensils
- Large TV, DVD player
- Separate living and dining
- Split system, reverse cycle heating and cooling
- Ceiling fans
- Verandah, complete with outdoor furniture, overlooking the ocean
Two bedroom cabins sleep 5, three bedroom cabins sleep 7.
- 4 star accommodation
- Main bedroom has queen bed and TV.
- Second bedroom has a single bed and a set of single bunks
- Three bedroom cabins include a double bed in second bedroom and a double bed and single bunk above in third bedroom
- Includes all linen and towels
- Large bathroom with shower and separate toilet
- Full kitchen with dishwasher (not in 3 bedroom cabin), microwave, large fridge and all crockery & utensils
- Large TV, DVD player, separate living and dining
- Split system, reverse cycle heating and cooling and ceiling fans
- Verandah, complete with outdoor furniture, overlooking the ocean
- 4 star accommodation
- Verandah, complete with outdoor furniture, overlooking the ocean or our playground
- Queen bed in first bedroom, two sets of bunks in the second bedroom
- Includes all linen and towels
- Ensuite bathroom, with shower, toilet and vanity
- Full kitchen with microwave, large fridge, all crockery & utensils
- Colour TV, DVD player, living and dining areas
- Split system, reverse cycle heating and cooling and ceiling fans
- 4 star accommodation
- Queen bed in the first bedroom, double bed in the second with single bunk above it
- Includes all linen and towels
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity
- Kitchen with microwave, hot plates, fridge and all crockery & utensils
- Colour TV, DVD player, living and dining areas
- Split system, reverse cycle heating and cooling
- 3 star accommodation
- Double bed in the main bedroom
- Either 2 or 3 single bunks, which are in a passageway, not a separate room
- Linen and towels are provided on main bed and available on request for all other beds
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity
- Kitchenette with microwave, hot plates, fridge and all crockery & utensils
- Television, living and dining areas
- Split system, reverse cycle heating and cooling
Floorplan
Economy - Open Plan Tourist Cabin (sleeps 5)
- 3 star accommodation
- Open plan 1 room cabin, with a Double bed and either 2 or 3 single bunks
- Linen and towels provided on main bed and available on request for all other beds
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity
- Kitchenette with microwave, hot plates, fridge and all crockery & utensils
- Television, dining table, reverse cycle heating and cooling
- Cabin with disabled facilities available, open plan with queen bed only
Economy - Fisherman Cabin (sleeps 4)
- Open plan 1 room cabin, with a double bed and 1 set of single bunks
- Kitchen area with microwave, fridge and basic crockery & utensils
- Television, table & chairs, reverse cycle heating and cooling
- Guest must supply all linen and towels
- No ensuite, guests to use amenities block
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Caravan & Tent Sites
Powered sites are located on Spencer Gulf foreshore, a short walk into the CBD. Fish off the beach at high tide, enjoy the spacious grassed areas. All sites with power and water, most sullaged.
Tee-pee Corner is an area set aside for both large and small groups of campers with the option of using power and water. Campers are, however, not restricted to this area and, indeed, are encouraged to use any of the powered, lawned sites on a short term basis.
- Plenty of shade and protection
- Huge area to chose from - be close to the beach, be close to the amenities
- Listen to the waves
- Enjoy the cool breezes
Activities & Attractions
Four Day Itinerary
Day 1
Explore the Mount Laura Museum. Attractions include a Telecommunication Museum, 1900’s Steam Locomotive, Collection of horse drawnMt Laura Homesteadvehicles, Agricultural implements and a beautiful heritage rose garden. The homestead is now the home of an extensive pictorial record of the early years of the City’s development and many items of memorabilia are also displayed. Gay Street Cottage, the Engine Shed and the Telecommunications Museum are all there showing the history of Whyalla.
Make yourself familiar with what the local businesses have to offer you. Places of retail interest include Westland’s Shopping Centre and the City Plaza. Something for everyone.
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For the fishing enthusiasts, there are many fishing charters available, or for those lucky enough to have a boat the local boat ramp is close handy. Try your luck at catching the “Big Red”. www.whyallafishingcharters.com.au
Day 2 Steel Works
Take a Steel Works tour. Hear the story behind over 100 years of significant Australian Iron and Steelmaking history. As you travel in air conditioned comfort you will pass the Blast Furnace, Wharf, Coke Ovens, Reed Beds, Water recycling plant, Steelmaking and Casting Plant.
Take a guided tour of the HMAS Whyalla Landlocked Naval Corvette, and then explore the Whyalla Maritime Museum. There the WWII displays tell the story of the four corvettes that were built in Whyalla. Along with a model railway display, the museum boasts scale models, photographs, documents, tools and artefacts that reflect the BHP shipbuilding era in Whyalla.
Day 3 Point Lowly Lighthouse.
Pack a picnic lunch and take a leisurely 20minute drive out to the Point Lowly Lighthouse. Point Lowly & Fitzgerald Bay offer miraculous views of the gulf waters framed by the picturesque Southern Flinders Ranges.
Take your time and explore the 12km Freycinet Trail, where you can hike, bike or drive. Interpretive signs have been provided along the trail that explains the Aboriginal History, early European exploration, marine life, flora and fauna and the contemporary use of modern technology in the area.
On your return to Whyalla, stop and take a drive through the Whyalla Conservation Park – best viewed at dusk. Wild Dog Hill is an outstanding topographical feature of the park as it rises suddenly from its surrounding plains. Kangaroos are commonly found, along with lizards and small marsupials. Please note that this road isn’t suited to caravans.
Day 4 AdaRyan Gardens
Kick back and relax! Take a leisurely stroll along the beach towards the marina. Spend some quiet time walking through the Ada Ryan Gardens. Here you will see a collection of animals, including birds, kangaroos, rabbits and other wildlife. These gardens have well shaded lawned areas, free bbq and picnic facilities. Great for the whole family!
Once you have explored the gardens, take a walk over to the boat ramp, where you may be lucky enough to spot some of the friendly local dolphins.
Information about any of these attractions in Whyalla and surrounds can be obtained from our reception.
Specials
Free Sausage Sizzle
Come and join our free sausage sizzle lunch every Thursday!
12:30 to 1:30 - BYO chair and drinks
Available to all Discovery Holiday Parks - Whyalla guests.
WHAT'S ON IN WHYALLA
ONE STEEL TOURS
All public, general and special tours of the OneSteel Whyalla Steelworks are conducted by the Iron Knob Community Tourist Centre, under agreement with OneSteel Whyalla Steelworks. Education and coach group enquiries are welcomed.
Public Tours will run every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, of the Steelworks.
Departing from the Visitor Information Centre at 9am. Bookings can be made at the Visitor Information Centre.
Ph: 08 8645 7900
TANDERRA CRAFT MARKETS
last weekend of each month
Weekend Markets - 10am - 4 pm
Located on the Port Augusta Rd (next to the Maritime Museum)
Local craft and hobby groups, speciality shops and stalls. Mini Golf Course, BBQ lunch, also food and refreshments available.
BRAG WALL
Be a part of our BRAG WALL and the winner will have their picture posted on our website.
The winner for the month of July is - Renee Little.
Pictured here with some of the Snapper that she and her husband caught on one of their many fishing trips they had during their stay.
All a result of dedication, a bit of hard work but a huge amount of FUN. Well Done!!!
DIVE WITH THE CUTTLEFISH
It's that time of year again when the cuttlefish make their way to False Bay, Fitzgerald Bay and Point Lowly for their mating season. The show in which these gracious creatures display is anything short of spectacular and is a sight that must be truly seen to be believed. People from all over the world and country visit Whyalla every year between May and August to dive and be witness to this amazing event. So what are you waiting for.......book now to secure your accommodation and for your chance to be a part of this magical experience.
Chech out these websites for more details about the Cuttlefish:
www.whyalla.com
www.whyallacuttlefish.com
Annual Sites
Have your van ready for you upon arrival, leave it set onsite for your convenience. Limited site available.
Contact Park Hosts for details - phone: 08 8645 7474.
FREE LUNCH & BREAKFAST
BBQ LUNCH (12:30pm - 1:30pm) - During the warmer months every second Thursday we put on a free BBQ lunch where the only thing that you need to supply is yourself! It is a great opportunity for people to unwind from the days travel or just the chance to catch up and share stories with other guests in the park.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST (8:30am - 9:30am) – Need to head off early? Twice a month, let us cook you pancakes with jam and cream .....hmmm nothing like a cooked breakie to start the day, so grab your cuppa and head to the camp kitchen and let us do the rest.
Contact the Park for more details.
** SNAPPER FISHING **
Whyalla is known for many things but ask any fisherman and they would answer - The Snapper fishing or The Big Red. If you missed the Snapper Competition (held over the Easter Weekend) don't worry as the Snapper are still here and there is plenty to be caught.
Currently the Park has seen guests land their big one's with the biggest one to date being caught around the light house at Point Lowly weighing up to 15 kilo's.
Don't have a boat? Then give Steve Storic from Whyalla Fishing Charters a call or check him out on his website : www.whyallafishingcharters.com.au
Otherwise grab your mates and your boat and head on over to Whyalla where we will be more than happy to not only provide you with spacious accommodation, but plenty of room to park your boat, bait, a freezer to store your catch in and if thats not enough, we also have some GPS marks.
So why not try your luck fishing in the Spencer Gulf where you too could land yourself a catch to remember.
See you on the water.
**CORPORATE WEEKLY RATE**
Have to travel away from home for work and need somewhere to stay for a week? Then why not stay in one of our stylish, modern self contained Deluxe or Superior Cabins.
Not only do we offer these cabins at fantastic rates but they also come with ocean views, linen provided and a free weekly service.
So what are you waiting for?
Call today before they all go because at rates like this we might as well be giving them away!!
Contact the Park for more details.
Make a Booking NOW!
Park location
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Lat: -33.0316210 Long: 137.5823020
Whyalla Foreshore
Broadbent Terrace
Whyalla
South Australia 5600
Free Call: 1800 352 966
T: (08) 8645 7474
F: (08) 8644 2846
