South Coast

Region facing south

South Coast refers to the southern coastline of a landmass, typically a specific region known by this name within its country.

In England, it means the coastal areas along the English Channel.

In Australia, it designates portions of the New South Wales or Western Australian coastlines.

In South Africa, it's the KwaZulu-Natal coast south of Durban.

The term usually implies beach towns and holiday destinations: We're heading to the South Coast for the weekend.

Related

beachcombing · marina · coastal · beach resort · holiday town · weekend getaway · harbor · coastal drive · tourism · surf club · seagrass · estuary · bay · surfing · inlet · pelican · kelp forest · peninsula

Opposites
cardinal direction

South CoastNorth Coast

Uppermost maritime edge

northern coast · East Coast · West Coast

coastal vs inland geography

South Coastinterior

Inside area or region

inland · hinterland · heartland · backcountry · central region

Family

coast, south

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