About this place
Redgate Beach is in a special purpose surfing zone within Ngari Capes Marine Park. Certain fishing activities, such as potting, are not permitted. For more about fishing rules and regulations visit the DPIRD website, or download the Recfishwest app.
A popular section of the Cape to Cape Track can be walked from here. Visit the Cape to Cape Track page for more information.
This is also the location of a local legend - the rescue of passengers and crew from the Georgette shipwreck on 1 December 1876.
When the steamship Georgette developed a leak, lost power and began to sink near Calgardup Beach, it was seen in the breakers by stockman Sam Isaacs. Sam and his employer’s 16-year-old daughter, Grace Bussell, rode their horses into the surf and out to the capsized lifeboats. Over four hours, Sam and Grace made several trips into the surf bringing the passengers and crew, clinging to their horses and clothes, safely back to the beach. Twelve of the 50 passengers and crew lost their lives. The wreck’s location was rediscovered in 1964.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about fishing. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
The ocean can be unpredictable and conditions can change quickly. This is an unpatrolled beach where dangerous rips can occur. Lives have been lost. Take note of all advisory and risk signs and be aware of the weather and ocean conditions. To find a patrolled beach go to Surf Lifesaving Australia's Beachsafe website.
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Facilities
Toilet
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Activities
Bushwalking
Fishing
Surfing
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Redgate Beach.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Wardandi people as the Traditional Owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.