Photo of Shelly Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Shelly Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Shelly Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Shelly Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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8.1

Very good

Shelly Beach

Bornholm, Australia

#68 out of 284 in Western Australia

8.1

Very good

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

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Located outside the settlement

Kronkup • 4.8 km

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About

Shelly Beach is located on the Great Australian Bight and it is in the 5th place out of 30 beaches in the Albany region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a spacious 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. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Shelly 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.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Hartmans Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Shelly Beach (Albany) is located outside the Kronkup 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 Shelly 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

+18 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

7.6 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

3.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Kronkup • 4.8 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 22 min walk

Dunsky Beach Dunsky Beach

7.1 Good

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Dingo Beach Dingo Beach

7.6 Very good

4.5km

Hartmans Beach Hartmans Beach

7.7 Very good

4.9km

Cosy Corner Beach Cosy Corner Beach

7.7 Very good

6.3km

Perkins Beach Perkins Beach

7.3 Good

9.1km

Muttonbird Beach Muttonbird Beach

7.6 Very good

10.7km

Lowlands Beach II Lowlands Beach II

7.7 Very good

11.3km

Lowlands Beach Lowlands Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Kronkup • 4.8km

Transport

Airport

ALH • 24.7km

Bus Station

Peels Pl Before York St • 24.9km

Train Station

Albany Railway Station • 25km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Shelly 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 Shelly Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Shelly 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 Shelly 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.

Shelly Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

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

Is the Shelly 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 Shelly Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Shelly 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 Shelly Beach?

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

Wild camping lovers (caravans / tent)

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Shelly Beach.

How far is the Shelly Beach from parking?

The Shelly 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 Shelly Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Shelly Beach is March. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 16°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Shelly Beach (City Of Albany) 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.Shelly Beach (City Of Albany) 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.