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Dunes Surf Beach

We recognise and acknowledge Baiyungu, Thalanyji and Yinigurdira people as the Traditional Owners of Ningaloo Marine Park.

Dunes Surf Beach is the most popular surf break in Ningaloo Marine Park. The best swells for surfing are from July to October.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Dunes Surf Beach
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About this place

Dunes Surf Beach is a popular surf beach located approximately 20km north of Exmouth. It is adjacent to Lighthouse Bay Sanctuary Zone where fishing from the beach is permitted.

The best swells are from July to October.

There is a lookout shelter and a shade shelter on the beach.

This area is in close proximity to a 1080 baited area. Baiting can occur year-round.

Drinking water is not available.

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!

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View of beach with waves, sand and fence protecting shrub
Dunes Surf Beach
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Facilities

Toilet

Shade shelter

Lookout/Deck

Activities

Canoeing and kayaking

Scuba diving

Snorkelling

Surfing

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Dunes Surf Beach.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Baiyungu, Thalanyji and Yinigurdira people as the traditional owners of Cape Range National Park and adjoining Ningaloo Marine Park. We are proud to be in joint management with the traditional owners to look after these special areas for future generations to enjoy.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Ningaloo Marine Park is free.

Toilets

Toilets are available.

Park office / Contact

Milyering Discovery Centre

Phone: +61 (0)8 99492808

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's Coral Coast
Exmouth

Park boundaries are approximations only and should not be used for navigation or orientation purposes.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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