Our first stop in SA. A peaceful little bay called Streaky – so called by explorer Matthew Flinders in 1802, who thought the water looked streaky due to the reflection of the light on the water and the seaweed. Not much seaweed here, our camp spot is right on the waters edge and its peaceful…….and no streaking the sun is far too strong! Noticeably the ozone layer is thinner here than anywhere in Aus. Its the first pretty seaside destination on the Eyre Peninsula after the Nullabor so it attracts weary travellers who just want to recover after the drive across the Plain.
The town of Streaky Bay is quite hip with a strong sense of civic pride. The cafes and shops seem to be thriving well, and the camp site owner even served fish and chips from his little kiosk daily….and they were good. We had two relaxing days here before travelling further down the peninsula…..and not a bad spot to be!
Hilda and camp on the waterfront at Streaky Bay!
Staying in the shade
Its not so bad 'ere is it?
Totem poles by the town jetty
Streaky Bay - the town