Photo of Hooley Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Hooley Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Hooley Beach with long straight shore

7.6

Very good

Hooley Beach

Arumvale, Australia

#182 out of 284 in Western Australia

7.6

Very good

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

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Located outside the settlement

Hamelin Bay • 10.7 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Giants Cave

5km

Tourist Attraction Lake Cave

5.5km

Tourist Attraction Hamelin Bay Observation Deck

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Mammoth Cave

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Margaret River Sculpture Park

9.7km

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About

Hooley Beach is located on the Indian Ocean and it is in the 15th place out of 18 beaches in the Shire Of Augusta Margaret River region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise 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 etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Hooley 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.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Contos Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Hooley Beach (Shire Of Augusta Margaret River) is located outside the Hamelin Bay 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 Hooley 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

+19 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

12.7 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

3.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Hamelin Bay • 10.7 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Giants Cave

5km

Tourist Attraction Lake Cave

5.5km

Tourist Attraction Hamelin Bay Observation Deck

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Mammoth Cave

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Margaret River Sculpture Park

9.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.3km

Connected beach

South Beach South Beach

7.5 Very good

4.8km

Contos Beach Contos Beach

7.8 Very good

5.4km

Boranup Beach Boranup Beach

7.2 Good

9.1km

Neretlis Beach Neretlis Beach

7.9 Very good

10.2km

Redgate Beach Redgate Beach

8.2 Very good

10.6km

Hamelin Bay Beach Hamelin Bay Beach

8.6 Excellent

14.2km

Hamelin Beach Hamelin Beach

7.6 Very good

14.6km

Cosy Corner Beach Cosy Corner Beach

8.7 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Hamelin Bay • 10.7km

Transport

Airport

MGV • 23.2km

Bus Station

Caves Rd Before Chain Av • 55.8km

Train Station

Elgin • 88.9km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Anthony Carroll

6 Pleasant

Nice drive, few small uneven spors for camping in low scrub on top. Beach access blocked off for cars by 2 big blocks.

Sean Sinclair

6 Pleasant

Beautiful scenery but limited access. Super soft sand was not worth the effort. Too much storm damage.

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Hooley Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Hooley Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Hooley 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 Hooley 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 Hooley Beach are usually strong.

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

Is the Hooley 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 Hooley Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Hooley 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Hooley Beach.

How far is the Hooley Beach from parking?

The Hooley 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Hooley Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Hooley Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Giants Cave located in 5 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Hooley Beach is February. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 16°C and water 18°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Hooley Beach (Shire Of Augusta Margaret River) 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.Hooley Beach (Shire Of Augusta Margaret River) 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.