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No. 5223 · Australia · Oceania

Cowell

33.68°S 136.92°E · 9 m

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Overview

Cowell is a small coastal town on Lake Franklin, a sea lake off the Spencer Gulf, offering a quiet stopover on the Eyre Peninsula. The town is famous for nearby jade deposits—one of the world's largest—and has a tidal pool for swimming near the harbor.

Beach · Day Trips · Nature

Before you go

Connectivity

Mobile coverage is available but limited in this small town. WiFi available at accommodations.

Food

Cowell Bakery on Main Street is the main food option. Lucky Bay has no shops—bring supplies.

Money

Australia uses AUD. ATM availability in Cowell is limited; carry cash from larger towns.

Transport

Cowell is 100km south of Whyalla by road. Sea SA ferry from Lucky Bay crosses to Wallaroo (60km/32nm). Cowell Airport has no commercial flights.