Wilson Inlet
in the Denmark Region of the Rainbow Coast
The Wilson Inlet, Denmark WA
The Wilson Inlet is the heart of Denmark, Western Australia.

Wilson Inlet facing North

The Wilson Inlet is fed from the Denmark and Hay Rivers and is less than a kilometre south of town. Embraced by the Nullaki peninsula on the southern side, this majestic water is divided from the ocean by a sandbar which covers the opening much of the year.

Wilson Inlet Lightning

Known as Koorabup "The Place of the Black Swan" by the Noongar, the Wilson Inlet is a haven for these majestic birds which are the Icon (on the flag) of Western Australia.

The Black Swans of Koorabup, Denmark, Wilson Inlet

The Wilson Inlet is over twenty kilometres long. Home to a variety of fish and bird life, the quiet and peaceful Inlet has many places to sit and enjoy the view.

Wilson Inlet Reflections

The sandbar, for most of the year, divides the inlet from the Southern Ocean (below).

Wilson Inlet North East

It is periodically opened by digging a channel which last occurred in mid July 2008 (opened channel photo below). Ocean Beach Lookout is great for seeing the sand-bar opened or closed offering spectacular views of the Wilson Inlet and the Great Southern Ocean.

Wilson Inlet North East

Click play below to view a video of the open channel:

Western Australian Pelican flying over Wilson Inlet, Denmark

Many species of land and water birds can be seen around the Wilson Inlet including the Western Australian Pelican (above), and the Black Swans (above right). You can see a pelican flying in the video below...

Western Australian Pelican flying over Wilson Inlet, Denmark

The natural biodiversity of this sanctuary should always be respected.

City of Albany Western Australia Denmark Region
Where the forest meets the sea. William Bay National Park, an abundance of world-class wineries all make Denmark a place to relax. Visit Denmark Region
Denmark WA Map Denmark Region Map
All the sights around Denmark including the Denmark Town, Wilson Inlet, William Bay National Park, The Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk and more... Visit Denmark Regional MAP
City of Albany Western Australia Denmark Town
Located in the heart of the Rainbow Coast along the north side of the Wilson Inlet, along the beautiful Denmark River. Visit Denmark Town & Surrounds
Denmark Map Western Australia Denmark Town Map
Denmark Town, The Wilson Inlet, William Bay National Park and the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk. See where everything is located. Visit Denmark Town & Surrounds MAP
Monkey Rock Western Australia The Wilson Inlet
The Wilson Inlet is fed from the Denmark and Hay Rivers and is less than 1km south of town. This majestic water is divided from the ocean by a sandbar which covers the opening much of the year. Visit the Wilson Inlet.

Wilson Inlet Reflections

Wilson Inlet facing North from Nullaki

Click here to see a Map of Denmark and the Wilson Inlet

Wilson Inlet - Pelicans on Pelican Island

Crusoe Beach, (above) on the northern side of the Inlet, is along the Denmark Heritage Rail Trail. This trail can be followed by foot or bike 6.5 kilometres to the mouth of the Denmark River. The trail hugs the northern side of the Wilson Inlet and leads to Crusoe Beach at the eastern end. More information can be found about the Rail Trail at: www.railtrails.org.au

Denmark is located a few kilometres up-river on the northern side of the Inlet.

Wilson Inlet Reflections

Wilson Inlet North East
Wilson Inlet from Poison Point

Black Swans on the Wilson Inlet

Wilson Inlet from Nullaki Peninsula, Denmark, Australia
Wilson Inlet from Nullaki Peninsula

Ocean Beach and Nullaki Peninsula.
Wilson Inlet sandbar opened,
channel between Ocean Beach and Nullaki Peninsula.

I had the opportunity to experience kayaking on the Wilson Inlet on a clear winter's day. Care to see what the inlet is like? Click play to see>>

The Inlet is ever changing. Sometimes clear and reflective, others indistinguishable from the sea (at a distance) quite choppy and fresh.

Denmark Map Western Australia Denmark Beaches Map
From William Bay National Park in the West, Ocean Beach, Ligts Beach and Nullaki Peninsula. Visit the Denmark Beaches Map
 

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