Mandurah’s pristine,
uncrowded beaches are
playgrounds for all ages
and interests.
Whether you’re after a family-friendly day by the seaside, a stroll along the shore spotting shells and marine creatures or an epic surf spot, Mandurah has it all. Here are some of our top picks.
Falcon Bay, Falcon
This beautiful bay on Spinaway Parade in Falcon is much loved by the locals. Northern facing and protected from southerly winds, it’s perfect to spend all day swimming and relaxing by the water.
Our Tip: If you are keen to learn to Stand Up Paddle Board or surf, Star Surf has you covered, offering lessons at Falcon Bay and other nearby beaches.
Falcon Bay Beach also has shady grassed areas, picnic tables, BBQs, a playground and toilet/shower facilities and the popular Falcon Bay Beach Cafe’ nearby selling everything from coffee and cake to a delicious, filling lunch with views across the ocean.
The calm waters make it a great spot for paddlers too. It also has a reef area ideal for exploring or snorkelling at high tide and a pontoon offshore in summertime.
Town Beach
Welcome to Town Beach in Mandurah, a beautiful and popular destination for beach lovers of all kinds. Whether you’re a young family looking for a day of fun or a group of friends seeking a hangout spot, Town Beach has something for everyone.
Supervised by Surf Life Saving teams on the weekends, Town Beach ensures a safe swimming environment, making it the perfect place to spend a summer day. With cafes and restaurants within walking distance, you can easily grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing drink while soaking up the sun.
The beach is equipped with several undercover shades on the sand, providing a comfortable retreat from the sun’s rays. Just a few meters back from the beach, behind the car park, you’ll find convenient facilities, including toilets, barbecues, and a playground. This makes Town Beach an ideal spot for a day in the sun or a picnic with the family.
So, whether you’re looking for a relaxing day by the water or a place to socialize with friends and family, Town Beach in Mandurah offers a welcoming and well-equipped environment for all. Come and enjoy the sun, sand, and surf at this fantastic beach destination!
Avalon Beach, Wannanup
Avalon Beach is a popular spot amongst the locals, dotted with viewing platforms and lookouts for prime sunset viewing. With rockpools and a surf break on one end and a foreshore reserve with BBQs on the other, this coastal stretch offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.
The beach is also popular for paddleboarding and kayaking, thanks to its fairly sheltered waters, making it ideal for families and beginners. Fishing enthusiasts can cast a line from the shore and if you like parking up on the sand, there’s even an area for that too!
You’ll also find public toilets/showers at either end, with paved paths connecting this coastal stretch, perfect for walkers and cyclists!
Pyramids Beach, Dawesville
Popular with locals and tourists, this Dawesville beach boasts pumping swell and plenty of exciting beach activities almost all year round.
Patrolled by the Port Bouvard Surf Life Saving Club, this spot is always busy with surfers, swimmers and body boarders for good reason.
There is plenty of parking, public toilets/showers and shelters as well as a path weaving through the dunes along the 1.4km stretch of beach which is ideal for walkers and cyclists.
Lido Beach, Dolphin Quay
Also known as Marina South Harbour Beach, this man-made swimming area is perfect for kids and families.
With plenty of sand to play with, a huge shelter to stay away from the sun’s rays, Lido Beach is especially fun for the little ones.
It also adjoins Keith Holmes Reserve with playgrounds, BBQ’s and all day parking, making it a top destination in Mandurah for a picnic and day of adventure.
As if it couldn’t get any better, it is also within walking distance of the Marina with plenty of restaurants, cafes and markets just minutes away.
Doddies Beach, Halls Head
A protected bay with a cafe, plenty of parking, playgrounds, shade, grass and BBQ facilities, Doddies Beach is a popular spot on a summer day for good reason.
Although it can be subject to collecting some seaweed from time to time, it is usually always good for swimming with calm waters.
Jet skis and boats can pull up not too far from Doddies Beach making it a great place for a day on the water!
Village Beach, Wannanup
Another man-made beach, this Wannanup spot is easy to find by turning off Old Coast Road onto Northport Boulevard and then turning onto Batavia Avenue at the end of Northport Boulevard.
Technically not the ocean but estuary waters, this sheltered spot is perfect for the little ones with a large, sandy shore and safe swimming but is also an ideal location for paddling and stand up paddle boarding.
There is a grassy park right next to the beach with playgrounds, showers, BBQ’s and parking, making it another perfect spot for a day out or a picnic lunch.
Bonus points: this spot has great canal views.
Silversands Beach, Silversands
If you’re looking for kilometres of pristine coastline, perfect swimming spots and even a couple of challenging surf spots including Fourth Groin, look no further than Silversands Beach.
Boasting clean sand, safe and calm waters and plenty of opportunities for the perfect Instagram photo, Silversands Beach is one of the best.
Take a casual stroll along the shore, join the many locals working out, take a dip in the water or enjoy the incredible sunsets that kiss the horizon goodnight along the coastline.
Madora Bay Beach, Madora Bay
This idyllic beach is popular for beach fishing, a beautiful stroll or watching the sunset.
With a pristine coastline and often uncrowded, Madora Bay has brand new viewing platforms to take in all that Mandurah’s oceans have to offer.
Seascapes Beach, Halls Head
Not as good for swimming but you will find some spots along the coast without reef for a refreshing dip.
Seascapes Beach is great for a stroll along the shore with the dogs as there is plenty of sand to run around on.
There are plenty of rock pools with cool marine creatures to explore during low tide all the way along Seascapes Beach.
With Pirate Park close by and plenty of restaurants including Spill the Beans cafe for breakfast or enjoy pizza or fish and chips as the sun goes down. Seascapes Beach has everything for the perfect summer day by the water.
Blue Bay, Halls Head
This little slice of heaven in Halls Head is less protected but is an awesome spot for snorkelling, just metres from the shore.
Very clean and often quiet, there are plenty of rock pools to explore when the tide is out and there are always epic ocean views.
With plenty of parking and toilet/shower facilities at Blue Bay, it’s a great day out. Don’t forget to pack the sunscreen and the umbrellas because there is no shade here.
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