Shell Beach, Shark Bay
Denham, Western Australia
A long white beach made entirely of tiny cockle shells, piled metres deep. The water is saltier than the open sea, so swimming feels buoyant. Blocks of compacted shell were once cut here to build local walls.
- Nearest town
- Denham, Western Australia
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -26.1920, 113.9690
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October–November. Hot in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Shell Beach, Shark Bay?
Shell Beach, Shark Bay is in Denham, Western Australia, at GPS -26.1920, 113.9690.
Which road trips pass Shell Beach, Shark Bay?
Shell Beach, Shark Bay is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Kalbarri to Ningaloo: Shark Bay and the Coral Coast.
What is there to see near Shell Beach, Shark Bay?
Places worth a stop nearby: Hamelin Pool Stromatolites (30 km), Monkey Mia (51 km), Peron Homestead, Francois Peron National Park (58 km) and One Mile Jetty, Carnarvon (150 km).
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach, Shark Bay?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)