Go bird-watching, crabbing, and coastal camping far from the crowds.
Between Adelaide and the Yorke Peninsula, the tiny coastal port of Parham sits along the wild and remote east shore of the St Vincent Gulf. If you’re looking to escape the crowds and discover some of the region’s best birding, crabbing, and fishing, you’ve come to the right place—just don’t expect a bustling beach resort! With about 250 inhabitants, just a handful of shops, a gas station, and a single small-boat ramp, Parham campers come for one thing: the peace and quiet. The town’s lone campground, easily accessible off the Port Wakefield Highway, is well equipped with powered caravan sites, tent sites, coin-operated showers, and a dump point. Meanwhile, private campsites dot the surrounding areas, offering even quieter escapes. Join locals to rake for blue crabs along the sand flats or explore the nearby Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary National Park, where you can spot rare birds along the East Asian-Australasian Flyway.