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7.6

Very good

Muttonbird Beach

Torbay, Australia

#182 out of 284 in Western Australia

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom

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Located outside the settlement

Elleker • 5.1 km

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About

Muttonbird Beach is located on the Great Australian Bight and it is in the 21th place out of 30 beaches in the Albany region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views.

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.

Muttonbird 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 Perkins Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.

Muttonbird Beach (Albany) is located outside the Elleker 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 Muttonbird 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

+15 ^o C +9 ^o C

Air temperature

6.7 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

4.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Elleker • 5.1 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Perkins Beach Perkins Beach

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Dingo Beach Dingo Beach

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Shelly Beach Shelly Beach

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Dunsky Beach Dunsky Beach

7.1 Good

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Lowlands Beach II Lowlands Beach II

7.7 Very good

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Lowlands Beach Lowlands Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Elleker • 5.1km

Transport

Airport

ALH • 15.6km

Bus Station

Peels Pl Before York St • 17.5km

Train Station

Albany Railway Station • 17.7km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Muttonbird 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 Muttonbird Beach?

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

Muttonbird 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 Muttonbird Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Muttonbird 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 Muttonbird Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Muttonbird 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:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Muttonbird Beach.

How far is the Muttonbird Beach from parking?

The Muttonbird 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 Muttonbird Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Muttonbird 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?

Muttonbird 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.Muttonbird 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.