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Photo of Shelley Beach with blue pure water surface

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Photo of Shelley Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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7.3

Good

Shelley Beach

Brooms Head, Australia

#428 out of 491 in New South Wales

7.3

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Angourie • 7.6 km

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About

Shelley Beach is located on the Coral Sea and it is in the 18th place out of 21 beaches in the Clarence Valley region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Shelley Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to drive along a dirt road about 2km long. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plumbago Beach, which has a rating of 7.4.

Shelley Beach (Clarence Valley) is located outside the Angourie settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

8.5 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Angourie • 7.6 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.4km 18 min walk

Plumbago Beach Plumbago Beach

7.4 Good

2.9km

Little Shelley Beach Little Shelley Beach

6.9 Good

6.2km

Main Beach Main Beach

7.4 Good

6.7km

Angourie Back Beach Angourie Back Beach

7.7 Very good

7.8km

Spooky Beach Spooky Beach

7.3 Good

11.8km

Pippi Beach Pippi Beach

8.2 Very good

12.1km

Convent Beach Convent Beach

7.1 Good

12.5km

Yamba Beach Yamba Beach

8.5 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Angourie • 7.6km

Transport

Airport

GFN • 38.7km

Bus Station

Evans Head Coach Stop Woodburn St • 48.2km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Shelley Beach?

The coastline of Shelley Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Shelley Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Shelley Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Shelley Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Shelley Beach are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Shelley Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Shelley Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Shelley Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Shelley Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Shelley Beach?

Shelley Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (tent)
Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Shelley Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Shelley Beach.

How far is the Shelley Beach from parking?

The Shelley Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to drive on a dirt road to reach it.

What is the best time of the year to visit Shelley Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Shelley Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is June with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Shelley Beach (Clarence Valley Council) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Shelley Beach (Clarence Valley Council) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.