The Knob is a sheltered, sandy beach tucked into the Franklin Harbour coastline about 13 km south of Cowell on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Backed by rolling dunes and bordered by rocky outcrops, this quiet stretch offers calm, shallow waters ideal for a relaxed snorkel. The beach sits within a scenic camping and picnic area where you might spot dolphins playing offshore while you explore the sandy bottom and rocky reef edges for rays, sea stars, and small reef fish.
The Knob (Cowell)
BeginnerMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.1 mSwell Period 12 sWind Speed 1.9 knPrecipitation 12 mmTidal Phase ebb
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Low risk: Muddy access road
The entrance and parking area is unpaved dirt that can become muddy after rain, potentially challenging for 2WD vehicles.
Low risk: No lifeguard patrol
This beach has no surf lifesaving patrol or monitored swimming area.
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From Cowell, head south for approximately 13 km along Beach Road towards Port Gibbon. The Knob is located past the town of Port Gibbon. The turn-off leads to a dirt access road.
Parking & facilities
Three informal dirt car parks behind the beach. Suitable for cars and campervans in dry weather; may be muddy after rain.
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Free day-use; nearby Port Gibbon RV Park charges approx. $10/vehicle/night for camping.
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