Hotels in Iron Knob, South Australia
Former Iron Knob Hotel
Former Iron Knob Hotel Closed down sometime 2013. Was a popular Pub with travelers and Local miners. Now a residence we are told the Pub won't be reopening. No longer Fuel or Meals available in town
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Information on Iron Knob, SA
Iron Knob is a historic mining town situated at the foot of an iron ore mine on the northeast Eyre Peninsula, renowned as the birthplace of Australia's steel industry. Located immediately south of the Eyre Highway with a population of around 199, this small community offers excellent recreational amenities including a nine-hole golf course, lawn bowls, attractive shady parks, and public murals, making it a friendly stopover for travelers.
The town's highlight is guided mine tours offering fantastic views and great photo opportunities of the colorful ore deposits.
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Travel options
Iron Knob is located 377km north of Adelaide, 70km southwest of Port Augusta, and 54km northwest of Whyalla. Stateliner operates bus services from Iron Knob to Port Augusta twice weekly, with tickets costing $11-17 and a journey time of 56 minutes.
The quickest travel option from Port Augusta takes just 45 minutes by car. The town is easily accessible via the Eyre Highway, making it convenient for road travelers exploring the Eyre Peninsula.