Nestled between North Coogee and South Fremantle, South Beach is a calm, family-friendly stretch of white sand backed by rolling green lawns and towering Norfolk Island pines. The sheltered waters inside the sailing boat harbour groyne offer a relaxed snorkel along rocky edges where small reef fish gather. With a full-size basketball court, playground, cafes, and the historic South Beach Hotel just across Wilson Park, it's a favourite local hangout for a leisurely dip and beachside barbecue.
South Beach
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Wave Height 1.7 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 3.6 knPrecipitation 0.4 mmTidal Phase ebb
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Low risk: Boat traffic near harbour groyne
The groyne borders the sailing boat harbour entrance; boat and jet-ski traffic may be present.
Low risk: Swell during winter storms
South Beach can experience increased swell and choppy conditions from June to August when storms pass through.
Low risk: Low Hazard Rating
General hazard rating of 2/10 (BeachSafe). Calm conditions but always assess conditions before entering.
Low risk: Boat Traffic near Harbour
Snorkellers near the sailing harbour groyne should be aware of boat traffic entering and leaving Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour.
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Getting in
Shore entry
Entry
A 5-minute drive south of Fremantle. Follow South Terrace south from Fremantle city centre; the beach is at the end of South Terrace adjacent to Wilson Park. The blue Fremantle CAT bus stops right at South Beach.
Parking & facilities
Plenty of on-site parking along the foreshore, with overflow parking available at Wilson Park on hot days.
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No fee for beach access.
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