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Coral Bay

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

This small coastal resort town is the gateway to the southern part of Ningaloo Marine Park.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Coral Bay
Caitlin Rae

About this place

Located at the heart of Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area, Coral Bay offers many opportunities to explore the magnificent coral gardens of Ningaloo Marine Park.

Relax on the beach, swim and snorkel straight from shore in the sheltered waters of Bill’s Bay and Paradise Beach. Venture further from shore by kayak and snorkel from one of the four kayak moorings. Distance to moorings vary from 300m to 1.8km from the beach. For more visit the Coral Bay information hut. Explore further and visit one of the nearby pristine beaches including Oyster Bridge, The Lagoon, Five Finger Reef and Maud’s Landing, accessible by four-wheel drive.

A number of operators provide a wide range of tours departing from Coral Bay. Swim with whale sharks, manta rays and humpback whales, view the reef from a glass-bottom boat. Join a snorkel or dive tour, cruise on a catamaran, take a scenic flight or learn to scuba dive. Equipment hire, accommodation, restaurants, fuel and general supplies are all available.

Walk just 20 minutes north along the beach at Bill’s Bay and watch as up to 200 reef sharks congregate in the shallow waters between October and March.

Coral Bay is adjacent to the Maud Sanctuary Zone. Shore-based fishing (finfish only) is permitted in the special purpose (shore-based activities) zone south of Bill’s Bay along Paradise Beach. Download the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area map, the Marine Parks WA app or visit the Fisheries website for marine park zoning and activities permitted in these zones.

The Coral Bay boat ramp is approximately 2.5km south of Coral Bay. This is a well-established boat ramp for visitors to launch and retrieve vessels entering Ningaloo Marine Park.

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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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Toilet

Activities

Boating

Canoeing and kayaking

Fishing

Scuba diving

Snorkelling

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Download the Marine Park app on Google Play or the App Store and find out more about the plants and animals that call this marine park home.  

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Coral Bay.

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

Exmouth Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9947 8000
cape.range@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's Coral Coast
Exmouth

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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    Know before you go

    Get the practical ‘know how’ to adventure into Western Australia’s national parks confidently, responsibly and safely.

    Safety

    Natural area hazards

    Plan your activity

    Be prepared

    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

    Adventure safety

    Beaches and coastal areas

    Rivers, lakes and lagoons

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    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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    Caring for our parks

    Marine conservation

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    Where and when to camp

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    Powered campsites and generators

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