Safe vessel speeds

Speed limits apply where high-speed boats may be a hazard to other water users. Various harbours, areas of the Port Adelaide River, metropolitan beaches and some country beaches, and sections of the River Murray are subject to speed limits.


A boat travelling at around 4 knots - equivalent to a fast walking pace

Judging a safe speed 

Speed limits 

Speed limits – sharing the water safely 

Personal watercraft speed limits 

Restricted areas