Park geography

Detailed spatial analysis of coastal terrain, protected boundaries, and habitat features.

Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Coffin Bay National Park

Examine the physical geography and structured boundary data of Coffin Bay National Park, located in South Australia. This profile covers the park’s total area of 309.76 square kilometers and its extensive coastal features, including beaches, dunes, and significant wetlands. Analyze the mapped terrain and environmental classifications that define this coastal region.

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Coastal national parksLimestone cliffsWetland habitatsBirdwatchingSouth Australian parks

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Limestone cliffs and coastal dunes on the Eyre Peninsula

Coffin Bay National Park

Coffin Bay National Park is a protected coastal landscape on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, occupying the long peninsula that frames the sheltered waters of Coffin Bay itself. The park lies approximately 301 kilometres west of Adelaide and 46 kilometres west of Port Lincoln, making it one of the more remote coastal protected areas in the state. The landscape is defined by a striking combination of white sand beaches, limestone cliffs, coastal dune systems, and extensive wetlands that support remarkable biodiversity. The park's coastline faces outward toward islands and reef systems in the Southern Ocean, creating a dramatic interface between land and sea. This coastal peninsula environment is relatively rare in South Australia's protected area network, making Coffin Bay a significant representative of the region's maritime and dune ecosystems.

Location: Australia
Park type: National park
Established: 1982
Area: 309.8 km²

Coffin Bay National Park protected area

Location overview

Administrative boundaries and coastal marine status in Australia

Geographic Setting of Coffin Bay National Park in South Australia

Coffin Bay National Park is located within the state of South Australia. Protected regional status encompasses both coastal zones and marine environments under a single national jurisdiction.

Countries: Australia
Regions: South Australia
Primary location: South Australia
Geographic setting: Coastal · Marine

Boundary and coordinates

Map coordinate limits, regional span, and the 309.76 square kilometer area

Mapping the Boundaries and Geographic Extent of Coffin Bay National Park

Interactive spatial outlines display the physical extent and regional shape of Coffin Bay National Park. Accompanying data lists the estimated area of 309.76 square kilometers alongside center points and span limits.

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Boundary area: 308.6 km²
Boundary perimeter: 194.7 km
Northernmost point: 34.4285° S
Southernmost point: 34.7321° S
Easternmost point: 135.5374° E
Westernmost point: 135.1087° E
Geographic centre: 34.6003° S, 135.3301° E
North–south span: 33.7 km
East–west span: 39.3 km

Coffin Bay National Park

Terrain and natural features

Recorded coastal capes, beaches, lakes, and viewpoints across the landscape

Coffin Bay National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features

Stored terrain classifications identify lowland regional relief alongside recorded capes, beaches, and lakes located within the boundary. Linked feature cards supply names, categories, and spatial relationships for each recorded natural landmark.

Selected named natural features

Lakes

Lake Jessie

Capes

Point Whidbey

Beaches

Seven Mile Beach

Lakes

Lake Damascus

Viewpoints

Point Avoid Lookout

Capes

Point Sir Isaac

Coffin Bay National Park Natural Features

Environmental setting

Mediterranean climate zones, lowland relief, and coastal marine habitats

Coffin Bay National Park Environmental Classification and Physical Setting

Recorded classifications frame the physical setting across coastal waters, dune systems, and lowland shrublands. Connected categories link directly to related protected areas within the broader atlas database.

Relief: Lowland
Climate: Mediterranean
Water: Major water bodies
Forest cover: No forest cover

Landscape features

Cliffs · Wetland · Coast · Beach · Dunes · Islands · Reefs

Habitat types

Shrubland · Wetland · Coastal habitat · Marine habitat · Dune habitat

Park atlas

Browse adjacent protected landscapes and trace the unique peninsula geography across Eyre Peninsula

Explore More Parks Near Coffin Bay National Park, Discover South Australia's Coastal Protected Areas

Continue exploring from Coffin Bay National Park by browsing other protected areas, identifying diverse coastal landscapes, and tracing the regional geography across the Eyre Peninsula. Compare these national parks and reserves to understand the broader conservation network and how varied ecosystems are preserved throughout South Australia's maritime region.

National parkSouth Australia

22 km away#1 closest

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Lincoln National Park National Park: Mapped Protected Area and Geographic Landscape Identity

South Australia's protected landscape with detailed park boundaries.

Gain a comprehensive atlas perspective on Lincoln National Park, a designated national park in South Australia. This resource details the park's mapped boundaries, offering clear geographic context and highlighting its role as a protected landscape. Understand its place within the regional geography of South Australia, providing essential data for landscape exploration and atlas-based research.

Area: 216.38 km²
Established: 1941
IUCN: II
Relief: Upland

Lincoln National Park Protected Area Atlas

Wildlife reserveSouth Australia

26 km away#2 closest

East

Kathai Conservation Park: Protected Wildlife Reserve on the Eyre Peninsula

Mapping the Uley catchment basin and mallee forest terrain

Kathai Conservation Park serves as a crucial protected landscape in South Australia, anchored by the prominent Northside Hill. The reserve maintains critical habitat for coastal white mallee and rare vegetation within the wider Uley catchment basin, showcasing how small protected areas sustain regional ecological diversity.

Area: 0.81 km²
Established: 1985
IUCN: III
Relief: Upland

Explore Kathai Conservation Park Geography

Nature reserveSouth Australia

28 km away#3 closest

West

Greenly Island Conservation Park: Geography and Protected Nature Reserve Map

Island protected area off the South Australian Eyre Peninsula.

This offshore nature reserve preserves an exposed, rocky island environment in the Southern Ocean. As a protected area for marine mammal haul-out sites, it provides a unique look at isolated coastal terrain and strict conservation management along the western shoreline of South Australia.

Area: 1.68 km²
Established: 1967
IUCN: Ia
Relief: Lowland

Greenly Island Conservation Park Atlas

Nature reserveSouth Australia

About 54 km away#4 closest

North

Cap Island Conservation Park: Nature Reserve and Offshore Marine Habitat in South Australia

Coastal granite island and protected seabird breeding landscape.

Situated off the coast of the Eyre Peninsula, Cap Island Conservation Park is a protected nature reserve serving as a critical sanctuary for pinnipeds and nesting seabirds. Its unique geological profile, featuring a granite base and calcarenite cap, creates a rugged offshore environment shaped by marine erosion and salt-tolerant vegetation. The reserve highlights the significance of isolated island ecosystems within the broader geography of South Australia.

Area: 0.09 km²
Established: 1967
IUCN: Ia
Relief: Lowland

Cap Island Conservation Park Geography

Wildlife reserveSouth Australia

76 km away#5 closest

North

Hincks Conservation Park: Protected Wildlife Reserve in South Australia

Mapping regional biodiversity and conservation landscapes

Hincks Conservation Park functions as a key protected area within the semi-arid coastal hinterland of the Eyre Peninsula. This reserve preserves an essential fragment of native vegetation against a surrounding backdrop of agricultural development. The site highlights the importance of managed land corridors in maintaining ecological connectivity across the central-eastern reaches of South Australia.

Area: 8.78 km²
Established: 1941
IUCN: VI
Relief: Lowland

Hincks Conservation Park Geography

Marine protected areaSouth Australia

About 78 km away#6 closest

Northwest

Western Eyre Marine Park: Geography and Marine Protected Area Atlas of South Australia

Explore offshore continental shelf zones and vast ocean boundaries

Western Eyre Marine Park represents a major commitment to marine conservation in the Great Australian Bight. This detailed atlas entry outlines the park's expansive management zones and its role within the broader South-West Marine Park Network. Observe the offshore terrain of the southern Australian continental shelf and the structural importance of this remote, cool-water oceanic reserve.

Area: 57,946 km²
Established: 2012
Relief: Lowland
Climate: Temperate

Western Eyre Marine Park Geography

Wildlife reserveSouth Australia

About 113 km away#7 closest

North

Dakalanta Sanctuary: A Private Wildlife Reserve on the Northern Eyre Peninsula

Mapped regional geography and conservation habitat profiles

Dakalanta Sanctuary provides a significant example of private land conservation in South Australia. Covering 130 square kilometres of low hills and stabilized dunes, this reserve focuses on restoring native vegetation after past pastoral use. The area is vital for safeguarding semi-arid habitats like mallee woodlands, playing an active role in regional biodiversity protection and habitat connectivity.

Area: 130 km²
Established: 2002
Relief: Upland
Access: Access unknown

Dakalanta Sanctuary Protected Area Map

Wildlife reserveSouth Australia

About 126 km away#8 closest

North

Cocata Conservation Park: Eyre Peninsula Protected Wildlife Reserve and Landscape Map

Geographic overview of South Australian conservation lands.

Cocata Conservation Park encompasses a vast semi-arid expanse on the Eyre Peninsula, characterized by gently undulating plains, calcrete-capped terrain, and open salt flats. Gain insights into the physical geography and habitat distribution of this important South Australian wildlife reserve through detailed regional mapping.

Area: 167.62 km²
Established: 1993
IUCN: VI
Scope: Terrestrial

Cocata Conservation Park Geography

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Continue Atlas Exploration of Coffin Bay National Park's Geography

Deepen your understanding of Coffin Bay National Park by delving into its specific geographic attributes and protected landscape characteristics. This entry provides a foundation for appreciating the park's mapped boundaries and its place within the regional geography of South Australia. Continue your structured exploration of Australia's national parks and protected areas to build a comprehensive view of natural landscapes.

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