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Shelley Cove

We recognise and acknowledge Wardandi people as the Traditional Owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

This delightful little beach is about 70m long and features large granite rocks that protrude from the water.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Shelley Cove
Bronwyn Wells

About this place

One of the main attractions at Shelley Beach is the large rock near the centre of the bay. There are also reefs and ledges surrounding two big rocks which have, over time, separated from a much larger rock formation.

Fish life includes red-lip morwong, footballer sweep, hulafish, garfish, moonlighters, stripeys and western talma. You will also see sea stars of different shapes and sizes. You can swim around the rocks to another reef, which is separated by a channel. This is also a good vantage point to look up and see the spectacular eroded cliff face overlooking the bay. There is a hole about 5m deep with ledges around it, offering a great opportunity to explore.

There is good snorkelling and The Quarries surf break lies off the western headland, protected from the onshore winds of the west coast. 

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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!

Swimming into caverns and under ledges can be hazardous. 

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Picnic bench at Shelley Cove
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Shelley Cove and Bunker Bay
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Shelley Cove beach access
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Picnic benches and path
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A protected beach and bay to enjoy the pristine waters of the marine park.
Shelley Beach Ngari Capes
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View across Bunker Bay from Shelley Cove
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Picnic bench at Shelley Cove
Shelley Cove and Bunker Bay
Shelley Cove beach access
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Picnic benches and path
View across Bunker Bay from Shelley Cove

Activities

Fishing

Snorkelling

Surfing

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

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

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Wardandi people as the Traditional Owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park is free.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Blackwood District (Busselton) Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9752 5555

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's South West
Margaret River

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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