Gnarabup Beach, Protected swimming beach in Margaret River, Australia
Description
Gnarabup Beach is a protected swimming beach on Western Australia's coastline featuring white sand and clear water. Limestone cliffs frame the bay, creating a natural enclosure that opens toward the Indian Ocean.
History
The beach became a central swimming location in the early development of Margaret River tourism. Over the decades, the bay evolved into a key training site for local lifesaving programs.
Culture
The beach holds significance for Traditional Owners and serves as a training ground for local lifesaving programs. Families and swimmers have gathered here for generations as a central meeting place.
Practical
The beach has parking facilities, changing rooms, and a nearby cafe for basic needs. The compact layout makes it easy to find all amenities and navigate the area.
Did you know?
The protected bay offers the only safe swimming conditions along the coastal stretch between Gracetown and Hamelin Bay. This makes it a destination for swimmers seeking to avoid the rough waters found elsewhere in the region.
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