Shelley Beach
Shelley Beach in West Cape Howe is a beautiful and powerful beach along the waters of Torbay. The turquoise waters, verdant surrounds and ocean breeze make this beach a popular yet remote destination.
The beach and lookout are located just south of Cosy Corner along Coombes and Shelley Beach Roads, Shelley Beach has a large car park set just behind the beach.
Above, the Shelley Beach Lookout is worth a visit for it's views across Torbay and Torbay Head to the south, and of Torndirrup Peninsula, the Albany Wind Farm and The Gap across the water to the west.
The West Cape Howe National Park Map may help you get your bearings.
The Bibbulmun Track crosses the Shelley Beach Lookout walking trail allowing you to head west to Walpole or East to Albany. View the Maps on the Bibbulmuntrack.org.au for: Walpole or Albany.
Hang Gliders are commonly seen soaring above the beach as there are professional platforms for hang gliding and paragliding on the Lookout.
The Great Southern Ocean is unpredictable, sending surges even at calm times. BE AWARE when close to the water or cliff edges. LIVES HAVE BEEN LOST, so pay attention!
Visiting West Cape Howe National Park
The national park is run by the Department of Parks and Wildlife. Information on camping or commercial access should be accessed through them: https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/
West Cape Howe National Park Containing the southernmost point of Western Australia this national park is astounding. Visit West Cape Howe National Park
Shelley Beach Turquoise waters, verdant surrounds and ocean breeze make this beach a popular yet remote destination. Visit Shelley Beach
Shelley Beach Lookout A beautiful scenic lookout with hang gliding and paragliding platforms. Visit Shelley Beach Lookout
Cosy Corner White beaches plus camping facilities and lots of picnic benches. Cosy Corner is cosy indeed. Located just east of West Cape National Park between Albany and Denmark. Visit Cosy Corner
Lowlands Beach Beautiful, secluded beach west of West Cape Howe and east of the Wilson Inlet. Visit Lowlands Beach
Forsyth Bluff This eastern most end of the National Park is rugged with large waves and waist to head high heathland. Visit Forsyth Bluff
Forsyth Bluff Forsyth Bluff gives a wonderful view out over the top of the bluff, only metres from the car park. Visit Forsyth Bluff
Torbay Inlet Many people find Torbay to be one of the most relaxing and peaceful places along this stretch of coastline. Visit Torbay Inlet
Watch a hang glider launch from the Shelley Beach Lookout
From Shelley Beach Lookout (above the beach) you can see the southern most point of Western Australia, Torbay Head in West Cape Howe.
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