Where To Find The Best Beaches In Western Australia

Have you ever wondered why humans are so drawn to the ocean? Apart from the obvious reasons, the most simplest factor is because of the colour blue and the impact it has on our brains. Blue is a non-threatening colour, invoking our brains to feel a state of calmness, creativity and relaxation, and is associated with reliability and stability throughout the world. But apart from the psychology of the colour blue, beaches also have a lot more going for them than just a popular colour.

If the idea of relaxing on a bed of pure white sand watching the intense blue waters of the ocean sway back and forth from the shoreline sounds like heaven, then you need to book a trip to Western Australia ASAP. From riding camels across the beach while drinking in the sunset to enjoying your own private slice of heaven on Rottnest Island, Western Australia has the best beaches you will find in Australia - and quite possibly anywhere else in the world.

So get your swimwear ready as we will take you through where to find the best beaches in Western Australia!

Quick Links:

• Rottnest Island
• Hamelin Bay
• Coral Bay
• Misery Beach
• Prevelly Beach
• Cable Beach

Rottnest Island

Known as 'Rotto' by the locals, no visit to Western Australia is complete without visiting Rottnest Island. Located just 18km from Perth, Rottnest Island is a giant island that offers every visitor a private slice of heaven, with plenty of untouched beaches that are perfect for setting up the beach sunshade, unfolding the beach chair and relaxing. The beach features gentle swells and shallow reefs, making it perfect for swimming and exploring with family and friends. And if one of the most pristine beaches in Western Australia isn't enough for you, there's plenty of wildlife on the island to see and lots of cycling paths that showcase the stunning coastal views that Rottnest Island offers.

Why you'll love Rottnest Island:

• A massive island that feels like your own private beach
• Lots of cycling paths are available
• Close to Perth, so it's perfect for a day away from the city

Hamelin Bay

Perhaps you are looking for a little more excitement rather than simply just relaxing and chilling out on the beach? If so, then Hamelin Bay is for you. Located in the Margaret River region, Hamelin Bay not only offers a stunning beach straight out of a postcard to explore, but it also offers the opportunity to swim with large friendly Sting Rays - so remember to bring your camera! If you are looking to extend your trip, there are caravan parks nearby as well as some small shops for supplies. Augusta is the closest big town to Hamelin Bay which has plenty of big tourist spots such as the spectacularly massive Karri Trees that draw in lots of tourists each year.

Why you'll love Hamelin Bay:

• Get up close and personal with Sting Rays
• Caravan park available for camping
• Located near Augusta for those wanting to extend their trip

Coral Bay

When first seeing images of Coral Bay, you would be easily forgiven if you thought they were photoshopped - but it's not! Tucked away inside of Ningaloo Marine Park, Coral Bay is home to some of the best snorkelling and swimming spots in Western Australia. As one of the best beaches in Western Australia, it is a flat and calm bay with no waves, making it perfect for chilling out and enjoying the warm Australian sun. The reef is also located 20 metres from the shoreline and then drops to a level of 10 metres, making it a popular snorkelling destination. And if you visit between March and October, you can see the adorable baby sharks at the reef shark nursery which is just a 1km walk from Coral Bay.

Why you'll love Coral Bay:

• The best beach in Western Australia for snorkelling
• Has a fantastic reef shark nursery
• Best way to discover everything Ningaloo Marine Park has to offer

Misery Beach

Next on our list of the best beaches in Western Australia is Misery Beach - but pay no attention to its very misleading name. Misery Beach is located in the southwest area of Western Australia just at the bottom of Frenchman Bay Drive. The secluded beach stretches out for 22km, littered with plenty of hidden turnoffs that reveal exciting scenic drives showcasing all that Albany has to offer. If you are seeking some adventure, then Misery Beach is surrounded by large boulders that you can rock climb, and they are the best way to discover the absolutely incredible view that Misery Beach offers which completely contradicts its name - just don't Google how it got its name.

Why you'll love Misery Beach:

• A perfect destination for beachgoers who also want to get some driving in
• One of the longest scenic beaches that stretches out for over 22km
• Plenty of rock climbing opportunities for those seeking adventure

Prevelly Beach

In the search for the best beach in Western Australia, this list hasn't mentioned beaches that are perfect for surfing - until now. Nestled along the Margaret River region is Prevelly Beach, the unofficial home of the best surfing spot in Western Australia. It's such an amazing spot for surfing that Prevelly Beach hosts The Margaret River Pro, which is a part of the World Surfing Championships and attracts international surfers from all across the globe. But Prevelly Beach isn't just all about great surfing. There are also plenty of bars and cafes to visit, award-winning wineries to stop at and an underground cave network to explore, making Prevelly Beach the perfect weekend getaway!

Why you'll love Prevelly Beach:

• The best beach for surfing in Western Australia
• Plenty of award-winning wineries to visit
• A network of unground caves to explore nearby

Cable Beach

WA is a massive chunk of Australia, so our next pick for the best beach in Western Australia is only a 402-hour walk from Perth (but it's probably faster to take a plane though). Located at the top of WA in Broome, Cable Beach is known as the most famous beach in WA - and it's easy to see why. The main attraction is the Red Sun Camels tour, which allows you to ride friendly and adorable camels across Cable Beach while you watch the sun set slowly over the horizon. For those wanting to extend their visit, there are also plenty of restaurants and attractions nearby such as the Buddha Sanctuary and Sun Pictures Cinemas, which is the world's oldest picture garden that is still in use.

Why you'll love Cable Beach:

• The most famous beach in Western Australia
• Ride friendly camels on their sunset tour
• Heaps of tourist attractions to visit

Discover The Best Beaches In Western Australia Today

These are just some of the many incredible beaches in Western Australia you can explore, so we highly encourage you to get out there and explore the great outdoors of WA! Make sure you check out our Adventure Centre for more exciting destinations that you can visit with your friends, family and loved ones.

If you liked where to find the best beaches in Western Australia, then you might also like some of our other articles for fun destinations in WA such as:

• Must Visit National Parks In Western Australia
• Where To Find The Best Fishing Spots In Perth
• Our Top 10 WA Camping Spots
• How To Plan The Perfect Day At The Beach

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