Nestled within Nambung National Park on Western Australia's Coral Coast, Hangover Bay is a secluded white-sand beach with bright turquoise Indian Ocean waters perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and wind sports. Protected by limestone inner reefs and dotted with seagrass meadows, the bay offers calm morning conditions for families before the famous afternoon sea breeze kicks in. Located just 10 minutes north of Cervantes off Indian Ocean Drive, it's the ideal cool-down after exploring the nearby Pinnacles Desert, with picnic shelters, gas barbecues, and a small boat ramp for launching dinghies to deeper reef areas.
Hangover Bay
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Wave Height 2.1 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 1.0 knPrecipitation 0.9 mmTidal Phase ebb
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Moderate risk: No lifeguard on duty
There are no lifeguards patrolling this beach; visitors swim at their own risk.
Low risk: Afternoon sea breeze
Strong seabreeze (Fremantle Doctor) builds by midday, creating choppy conditions and whitecaps that can be challenging for weak swimmers.
Low risk: Soft sand patches
Soft sand areas near the beach can swallow vehicle tyres; 4WD recommended for beach driving.
Low risk: Exposed coastline swell
West-facing bay open to the Indian Ocean; surf can get lively when swell picks up, especially near the reef edges.
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Getting in
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Entry
From Perth, take Indian Ocean Drive north for ~2 hours. From Cervantes, head north on Indian Ocean Drive for 10 minutes. Turn west off the sealed road into the signed bay entrance. The bay is 18 minutes west of the Pinnacles Desert.
Parking & facilities
Sealed carpark with long vehicle parking bays and a loop road suitable for caravans. 4WD access track to the south end of the bay.
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Nambung National Park entry fee applies — approximately $15 per vehicle.
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