Shoalwater Bay, nestled within the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park south of Perth, offers protected, crystal-clear waters perfect for snorkeling. Limestone reefs, seagrass meadows, and rocky platforms around Point Peron create a vibrant underwater landscape teeming with reef fish, stingrays, and the occasional friendly sea lion. The shallow, calm bays make this an ideal family-friendly snorkeling destination where you can paddle out from sandy beaches to explore isolated reefs just offshore.
Shoalwater Bay
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Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.9 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 1.2 knPrecipitation 0.7 mmTidal Phase ebb
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Low risk: Shallow rocks at low tide
Protruding limestone rocks and shallow reef areas can be hazardous at low tide, especially near Point Peron.
Low risk: Boat traffic
The marine park sees boat and kayak traffic in the channels between islands; stay vigilant near marked channels.
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Getting in
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Entry
Located 45 minutes south of Perth via the Kwinana Freeway. Take the Rockingham exit and follow signs to Point Peron / Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Turn onto Arcadia Drive and park at the Point Peron car park.
Parking & facilities
Free car parking available at the Point Peron car park at the end of Arcadia Drive, plus additional overflow parking at the Penguin Island Visitor Centre (153 Arcadia Drive).
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No entry fee for the marine park. Ferry fees apply for Penguin Island crossing.
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