Coffin Bay is the sparkling jewel in Eyre Peninsula's crown. The tranquil coastal settlement is situated just 45 kilometres northwest of Eyre Peninsula's major regional centre of Port Lincoln. A popular tourist destination, the township has a permanent population of around 650 people, which can grow to almost 5000 in the summer school holidays and Easter holidays.
Situated on the beautiful shores of Eyre Peninsula, Coffin Bay is a scenic delight with stunning views, magnificent beaches and the unspoiled Coffin Bay National Park. Famous for its oysters including the $100 1kg oyster, Coffin Bay’s locally farmed seafood is unparalleled in clean, green quality.
With a pleasant Mediterranean climate, Coffin Bay features restaurants, a post office, mechanic, sporting clubs and outlets for food, fuel, ice and bait. It's an ideal tourist destination, boasting remarkable fishing, pristine waterways, water sports and leisure activities. The regular Coffin Bay Markets are always hugely popular, with hundreds flocking to the foreshore to buy renowned local produce and seafood. The town also holds an Easter Fair and Christmas parade each year.
