Half Moon Bay, Sandy beach in Dunsborough, Australia
Half Moon Bay is a beach with a curved shoreline, white sand, and turquoise water along the Western Australian coast near Dunsborough. The bay stretches along a sheltered coastal area that invites swimming and exploration.
The bay developed from Dunsborough's origins as a fishing settlement into a modern coastal destination. The beach shaped how the region transformed from relying on fishing to becoming a diverse tourism hub.
The beach serves as a gathering place where locals swim and fish, particularly during warmer months. The bay has become a social hub where the community connects with the coastal landscape.
The water can be used for swimming and paddling year-round, though conditions vary by season. On-site parking and walking paths provide easy access to the beach and nearby coastal routes.
Dolphins regularly appear in the sheltered waters and often swim close to shore. These encounters with marine mammals make visits particularly rewarding for wildlife watchers.
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