Tucked within Yuraygir National Park on the North Coast of NSW, Little Shelley Beach is a secluded, rock-framed pocket of sand accessible only by the Yuraygir Coastal Walk. Sheltered by headlands and fringed by low heath and wildflowers, this remote beach offers calm, clear waters perfect for peaceful snorkeling and swimming. Its isolation means you'll often have the turquoise cove entirely to yourself, with the surrounding woodland alive with birds, kangaroos, and bandicoots. Spring brings a spectacular bloom of native orchids and flannel flowers along the approach track.
Little Shelley Beach
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Wave Height 0.7 mSwell Period 6.2 sWind Speed 5.4 knPrecipitation 0.0 mmTidal Phase slack
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Moderate risk: Remote beach - no lifeguards
Little Shelley Beach is unpatrolled. Swim with caution and never alone.
Low risk: Tidal exposure
The beach shrinks significantly at high tide; access along the coastal walk can be cut off if timed poorly.
Low risk: Walk-in access only
The beach is a 6–7 km hike from the nearest car park (Angourie or Lake Arragan), requiring moderate fitness and preparation.
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Little Shelley Beach sits between Angourie and Lake Arragan along the Yuraygir Coastal Walk in Yuraygir National Park. From Angourie, it's a 6 km walk south along the coastal track. From Lake Arragan campground, it's a 7 km walk north. There is no road access — the beach is walk-in only.
Parking & facilities
Park at Angourie car park (off Angourie Road) or at the Lake Arragan carpark. From either, you'll need to hike the Yuraygir Coastal Walk to reach the beach.
$8 per vehicle per day — Yuraygir National Park entry fee.
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