About this place
Barren's Beach is a small, sheltered beach nestled between dunes and a rugged quartzite headland. It is a popular swimming and fishing spot. Whales sheltering near shore in spring may be visible from the beach. The area also features an interpretive display and art exhibit that provide intriguing insights into the area’s natural and cultural values, including the park’s international significance as a conservation area.
The art exhibit, which is part of a giant park map, is hands-on and provides a bit of fun for the kids.
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!
Coast and cliff risks are significant in this park.
Gallery
![Steps down to Barren's Beach Steps down to Barren's Beach](/sites/default/files/styles/slide_large/public/2022-02/barrens-beach-fitzgerald-river-national-park-bronwyn-wells.jpg?itok=BbHO5gRY)
![Barrens Beach in Fitzgerald River National Park white sandy beach with the ocean rolling in](/sites/default/files/styles/slide_large/public/2021-10/barrens-beach-fitzgerald-river-national-park-dbca-1_0.jpg?itok=bKBGnHbQ)
![A glimpse of Barrens Beach from Barren's Lookout A glimpse of Barrens Beach from Barren's Lookout](/sites/default/files/styles/slide_large/public/2022-02/barrens-lookout-fitzgerald-river-national-park-bronwyn-wells.jpg?itok=iAybkvVC)
![Barrens Beach access path Barrens Beach access path](/sites/default/files/styles/slide_large/public/2024-07/barrens-beach-fitzgerald-river-national-park-bronwyn-wells.jpg?itok=2TwspLUL)
![Barren's Beach Barren's Beach](/sites/default/files/styles/slide_large/public/2024-07/barrens-beach-fitzgerald-river-national-park-bronwyn-wells-2.jpg?itok=gxTHSEDI)
Facilities
There are sealed paths to lookouts and picnic areas.
Toilet
Lookout/Deck
Activities
Bushwalking
Fishing
Snorkelling
Swimming
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Barren's Beach.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Menang and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.