Rogues Point, South Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Rogues Point, in the Yorke Peninsula Council local government area.
| Locality | Rogues Point |
| State | South Australia (SA) |
| Local Government Area | Yorke Peninsula Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT) |
| Latitude | -34.49724 |
| Longitude | 137.89504 |
| Population | 23 |
| Density | 88.5 /km² |
| Area | 0.3 km² |
| Elevation | 14 m |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Adelaide | 80 km northwest |
Rogues Point is a locality in the Yorke Peninsula Council local government area of South Australia, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 23. The locality covers an area of 0.3 km², giving a population density of about 88.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 14 m above sea level. It lies approximately 80 km northwest of Adelaide. Rogues Point is located at 34.4972°S, 137.8950°E. It observes Australian Central Time (ACST/ACDT).
Rogues Point unfolds as a rugged embrace of the South Australian coastline, where the land meets the sea in a dramatic, salt-kissed tableau. It lies 78.6 km west of Gawler, SA (from Gawler, SA: bearing 278°T), and is situated 6.6 km south of Ardrossan. The terrain here is a study in resilience, low-lying scrub clinging tenaciously to sandy soils, punctuated by windswept dunes that whisper tales of constant oceanic breath. The air itself carries a distinct tang, a blend of iodine from the abundant seaweed washed ashore and the dry, earthy scent of the sparsely vegetated hinterland. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-present coastal haze, casts a pale, diffused glow, softening the sharp edges of the landscape and lending a certain quietude to the broad sweep of the horizon. The soundscape is dominated by the ceaseless rhythm of the waves, a powerful, percussive presence that underpins the stillness of the land.
The history of Rogues Point is intrinsically tied to the sea and the resources it has offered, a narrative etched not in grand monuments but in the quiet persistence of its inhabitants. For generations, this stretch of coast has been a livelihood for those who understand the moods of the ocean, with fishing forming a cornerstone of the local economy, its catches contributing to the sustenance and trade of neighbouring settlements. While not a centre for large-scale industry, the economy here is one of quiet self-sufficiency, where small holdings and a deep connection to the land and sea prevail. The character of Rogues Point is one of understated strength, a place where the raw beauty of the natural world dictates the pace of life, and where the enduring spirit of those who call it home is as palpable as the salty spray on the breeze.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Rogues Point, South Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Rogues Point, in the Yorke Peninsula Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Rogues Point includes the postcode, telephone area code (08), and local government area (Yorke Peninsula Council). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Rogues Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |