Moonta Bay Caravan Park - Attractions
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HISTORIC AREAS
Explore Heritage
Visit Museums
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ENJOY THE BEACH
Swim
Fish
Boat Ramp
Jetty
Fishing Charter
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RELAX
Enjoy BBQ facilities
Watch the sunset
Read a book
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In 1861 copper was discovered in Moonta and soon became the richest copper mines in Australia. Most of the mining was done by cornish miners recruited directly from Cornwall. Visit the Moonta Mines State Heritage Area and discover the history of the mining town, cornish cottages, artifacts and relics. Take a tour of Wheal Hughes Mine and see the cathedral like workings of a former mine.
DAYTRIP SUGGESTIONS
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Day one
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Spend the day at the Moonta Mines or the Wheal Hughes Copper Mine, enjoy Moonta Tramways Trips or the Moonta Wildlife Park.
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Day two
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Visit Kadina including Matta House and Banking and Currency Museums, then spend some time at the Kadina and District Recreation Centre.
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Day three
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Go fishing from the Wallaroo jetty or select a good spot for some relaxation along North Beach. In the evening have a meal at one of the cafes.
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Day four
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Visit Innes National Park or spend the day fishing at Troubridge Point near Edithburgh.
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Day five
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Spend the day at the various Clare wineries and/or many superb small resaurants in the Clare Valley.
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Day six
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Head north and visit the shipping operations at Pt Pirie and stroll through the Customs House and Railway Museum.
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