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9 Mile Beach

Dongara, Australia

#285 out of 284 in Western Australia

5.8

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Deserted Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Dongara • 13 km

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About

9 Mile Beach is located on the Indian Ocean and it is in the 6th place out of 5 beaches in the Irwin Shire region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

9 Mile 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.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is 7 Mile Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

9 Mile Beach (Irwin Shire) is located outside the Dongara 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 and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the 9 Mile Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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

+20 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

10.8 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

2.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Dongara • 13 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

3.4km

7 Mile Beach 7 Mile Beach

7.2 Good

12.9km

Seaspray Beach Seaspray Beach

7.7 Very good

16.2km

South Beach South Beach

7.4 Good

17.2km

Flat Rocks Beach Flat Rocks Beach

7.2 Good

31.2km

African Reef Beach African Reef Beach

7 Good

38.9km

Double Beach Double Beach

7.3 Good

44.5km

Tarcoola Beach Tarcoola Beach

7.8 Very good

48.5km

Greys Beach Greys Beach

7.6 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Dongara • 13km

Transport

Airport

DOX • 18km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the 9 Mile Beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at 9 Mile Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the 9 Mile Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.

The 9 Mile Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.

Is the 9 Mile Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the 9 Mile Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the 9 Mile 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the 9 Mile Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of 9 Mile 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.

What are the key audiences of 9 Mile Beach?

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

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of 9 Mile Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on 9 Mile Beach.

How far is the 9 Mile Beach from parking?

The 9 Mile Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit 9 Mile Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in 9 Mile Beach is March. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 19°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

9 Mile Beach (Shire Of Irwin) 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.9 Mile Beach (Shire Of Irwin) 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.