BeachHidden gem

Cactus Beach

Penong, South Australia

A remote surf break at the end of a dirt road, with bush camping.

Price
Camp fee
Booking
No need to book

Cactus Beach is a famed left and right-hand surf spot, reached by a gravel road from Penong. A basic campground sits near the dunes. It is windy and exposed, with big swell in winter.

Good to know

  • Surf only if experienced
  • Camp fee collected on site
  • Take water
Best time
Winter swell
Open
All year
Getting there
Gravel road, 2WD
Vehicles
Fine in any car

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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