Shelly Beach is a sheltered, family-friendly snorkeling spot on the shores of Port Lincoln, South Australia, on the Eyre Peninsula. This calm, sandy beach with scattered rocky reef areas and seagrass meadows offers a gentle introduction to temperate Australian waters. Snorkelers can explore the shallow inshore reefs and seagrass beds right off the beach, with excellent water clarity on calm days. The beach is backed by coastal scrub and provides a protected swimming and snorkeling environment, popular with locals for a quick after-work dip or a relaxed weekend snorkel.
Shelly Beach (Port Lincoln)
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Wave Height 0.1 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 4.4 knPrecipitation 8.3 mmTidal Phase slack
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Low risk: Boat traffic
Shelly Beach is near the Port Lincoln marina and boat ramp; boat traffic can be present in the bay, especially on weekends.
Low risk: Strong winds
Eyre Peninsula experiences strong afternoon sea breezes, especially in summer, which can reduce visibility and create choppy surface conditions.
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Shelly Beach is located on Shelly Beach Road, approximately 2 km south of the Port Lincoln town centre. Follow Lincoln Highway south, turn onto Shelly Beach Road and continue to the beach carpark at the end.
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Free public car parking available at the beach (Shelley Beach Reserve carpark).
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