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description: Formed from billions of tiny shells, aptly named Shell Beach in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area is popular for swimming, beach combing and relaxing in…
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- [Geraldton](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/geraldton-surrounds/geraldton)
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- [Kalbarri](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/kalbarri-surrounds/kalbarri)
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- [Pink Lake (Hutt Lagoon) at Port Gregory](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/kalbarri-surrounds/pink-lake)
- [Jakes Point](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/kalbarri-surrounds/jakes-point)

Shark Bay

- [Denham](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/shark-bay/denham)
- [Monkey Mia](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/shark-bay/monkey-mia)
- [Dirk Hartog Island](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/shark-bay/dirk-hartog-island)

Ningaloo

- [Carnarvon](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/ningaloo/carnarvon)
- [Coral Bay](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/ningaloo/coral-bay)
- [Exmouth](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/destinations/ningaloo/exmouth)

See & Do

- [Ningaloo's Big 5](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-interactions/ningaloo-big-5)
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Ningaloo's Big 5

- [Swim with Whale Sharks](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/swim-ningaloo-whale-sharks)
- [Swim with Humpback Whales](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/swim-humpback-whales)
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Marine Interactions

- [Monkey Mia Dolphins](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-interactions/monkey-mia-dolphins)
- [Turtles of the Coral Coast](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-interactions/sea-turtles)
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- [Jurien Bay Marine Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-parks/jurien-bay-marine-park)
- [Shark Bay Marine Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-parks/shark-bay-marine-park)
- [Ningaloo Reef](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-parks/ningaloo-reef)
- [Muiron Islands](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/marine-parks/muiron-islands)

Wildflowers

- [Wildflower Watch](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/wildflowers/wildflower-updates)
- [Wildflower Self-Drive Itineraries](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/wildflowers/wildflower-self-drive-itineraries)
- [Wildflower Guide](https://view.publitas.com/australias-coral-coast/in-bloom-on-the-coral-coast-wildflower-guide/)

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- [The Pinnacles of Nambung National Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/the-pinnacles)
- [Lesueur National Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/lesueur-national-park)
- [Stockyard Gully National Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/stockyard-gully-national-park)
- [Coalseam Conservation Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/coalseam-conservation-park)
- [Kalbarri National Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/kalbarri-national-park)
- [Francois Peron National Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/francois-peron-national-park)
- [Cape Range National Park](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/national-parks/cape-range-national-park)
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Culture and Attractions

- [Indigenous Experiences](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/indigenous-experiences)
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Hikes and Trails

- [Indian Ocean Drive Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/indian-ocean-drive-hikes-and-trails)
- [Wildflower Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/wildflower-hikes-and-trails)
- [Geraldton Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/geraldton-hikes-and-trails)
- [Kalbarri Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/kalbarri-hikes-and-trails)
- [Shark Bay Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/shark-bay-hikes-trails)
- [Carnarvon Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/carnarvon-hikes-and-trails)
- [Ningaloo Hikes and Trails](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/hikes-and-trails/ningaloo-hikes-and-trails)

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- [Getting Here + Around](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/getting-here-around)
- [Visitor Centres](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/visitor-centres)
- [Nature's Calendar](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/natures-calendar)
- [Ningaloo Travel Updates](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/ningaloo-travel-updates)

Accommodation

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Events

- [Gascoyne Food Festival](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/events/gascoyne-food-festival)
- [Gascoyne Food Trail](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/gascoyne-food-trail)

Food & Drink

- [Indian Ocean Drive Food & Beverage Guide](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/itineraries/indian-ocean-drive-food-beverage-guide)
- [Geraldton Food & Beverage Guide](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/itineraries/geraldton-food-beverage-guide)
- [Kalbarri Food & Beverage Guide](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/itineraries/kalbarri-food-and-beverage-guide)
- [Shark Bay Food & Beverage Guide](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/itineraries/shark-bay-food-beverage-guide)
- [Carnarvon Food & Beverage Guide](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/itineraries/carnarvon-food-beverage-guide)
- [Ningaloo Food & Beverage Guide](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/itineraries/ningaloo-food-and-beverage-guide)

Getting Here + Around

- [Fuel Stops Along Australia's Coral Coast](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/getting-here-around/fuel-stops)
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- [Maps](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/maps)

Nature's Calendar

- [Weather](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/plan/weather)
- [Wildflowers](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/see-do/wildflowers)

Trip Ideas

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- [Itineraries](https://www.australiascoralcoast.com/trip-ideas/itineraries)
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# Shell Beach

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5. Shell Beach

Formed from billions of tiny shells, aptly named Shell Beach in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area is popular for swimming, beach combing and relaxing in the sunshine. Shell Beach is one of only a handful of places on earth where shells replace beach sand in such a dramatic and picturesque way.

The beach stretches for more than 100 kilometres with shells between seven and ten metres deep.

A walk on Shell Beach is like no other. Incredibly, the beach is made up of shells from just one type of animal, making it truly unique.

In years gone by, the shells were hard packed, cut into blocks and used to construct a number of historic buildings in the nearby town of Denham.

To get there, drive about 45 minutes from Denham - it's accessible to all vehicles. You can fly to Denham from Perth or it takes about a day to drive there from Perth.

### Facilities

- Public Toilet
- Carpark

### Accreditation

- World Heritage

### Other

- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- WA - Australia's Coral Coast
- International

### Activity

- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Swimming
- Walks

### Tag

- Beaches & Surf

### Accessibility

- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.

![Shell Beach location](https://api.mapbox.com/styles/v1/coralcoast/clb32epmr000014ntej3ykc2p/static/113.562643,-25.947615,14,0/324x184?&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiY29yYWxjb2FzdCIsImEiOiJjbXV6aW5vZm0wMjJhMnhvdHdrYXh2dXMwIn0.qQuarCqA312wK2F7V8q9gA)

![Map pin](https://cdn.roamhq.io/dist/coralcoast/377785078931/img/mapbox/pins/pin-default-inactive.png)

[Driving Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=via%20Shark%20Bay%20Road%2C%20Denham%2C%206537%2C%20Australia)

via Shark Bay RoadDenham WA 6537

[www.sharkbayvisit.com.au/shell-beach.aspx](https://www.sharkbayvisit.com.au/shell-beach.aspx)

[sbdc@sharkbay.wa.gov.au](mailto:sbdc@sharkbay.wa.gov.au)

[(08) 9948 1590](tel:0899481590)

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