About Port Germein Jetty
Port Germein Jetty is a heritage-listed timber jetty at Port Germein on Spencer Gulf in South Australia, within the District Council of Mount Remarkable. Built in 1881 to load wheat and wool onto ketches at low tide, it was originally 1,680 metres long and is recognised as the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. Now measuring 1,532 metres after storm damage, it remains a major visitor attraction for walking, fishing and gulf views.
Visitors guide
Visitors can walk the full 1.5 kilometre timber jetty extending into Spencer Gulf, with open water views, fishing spots along its length and a small shelter at the end. The foreshore has a sandy beach, lawns, playground and picnic areas. The setting is flat and exposed with little shade on the jetty itself. Interpretive signs explain the jetty's history and the former port role. It is primarily a sightseeing, walking and fishing experience.
Key highlights
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Longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere at 1,532 metres current length
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Heritage-listed structure originally built in 1881 for wheat and wool shipping
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Scenic 1.5 km walk over Spencer Gulf with panoramic coastal views
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Popular fishing platform for local and visiting anglers
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Adjacent foreshore with beach, parklands and historic township of Port Germein