Be Aware of Swells
and large waves, common to the coastDO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF THE GREAT SOUTHERN OCEAN
When strong wind blows across the ocean over a long distance, a series of long unbroken waves form. This is known as a swell. They happen VERY frequently on the south coast.
As the sign at Cable Beach (just east of Denmark) Reads:
"When two large swells combine, the resulting wave may double in height. If this wave bounces off a steep cliff face or headland to combine with another large wave, it's size can double yet again. Even during mild conditions, waves or swells may combine to produce a churning wall of water that can sweep people from headlands or beaches."
A 100 tonne boulder that lies in the middle of Cable Beach (near Albany WA) was tossed to shore by a wave such as described above. All along the Denmark Coast you will see evidence of large rocks being moved by the power of the Great Southern Ocean.
BE AWARE - BE CAREFUL - BE ALERT
Always watch children closely, especially in unpatrolled areas.
Places nearby or related guides:
All Beaches in Denmark WA
All of the Beaches in Denmark WA are on the Great Southern Ocean. Check them out. Visit All Beaches in Denmark WA
All of the Beaches in Denmark WA are on the Great Southern Ocean. Check them out. Visit All Beaches in Denmark WA
Denmark Beaches Map
Map of Beaches in Denmark Western Australia. Includes some of the most beautiful beaches on the south coast. Visit Denmark Beaches Map
Map of Beaches in Denmark Western Australia. Includes some of the most beautiful beaches on the south coast. Visit Denmark Beaches Map
Denmark National Parks
National Parks and Reserves in Denmark Western Australia. Visit Denmark National Parks
National Parks and Reserves in Denmark Western Australia. Visit Denmark National Parks
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is set between the Wilson Inlet and the Great Southern Ocean and is the closest beach to Denmark Town. A popular surfing spot and lookout offer spectacular views over the southern ocean. Visit Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is set between the Wilson Inlet and the Great Southern Ocean and is the closest beach to Denmark Town. A popular surfing spot and lookout offer spectacular views over the southern ocean. Visit Ocean Beach
The Wilson Inlet
This majestic Inlet is divided from the ocean by a sandbar which covers the opening much of the year. Visit The Wilson Inlet
This majestic Inlet is divided from the ocean by a sandbar which covers the opening much of the year. Visit The Wilson Inlet
The Wilson Inlet Map
This majestic Inlet is divided from the ocean by a sandbar which covers the opening much of the year. Visit The Wilson Inlet Map
This majestic Inlet is divided from the ocean by a sandbar which covers the opening much of the year. Visit The Wilson Inlet Map
Greens Pool
Almost completely sheltered from the waves of the Great Southern Ocean, Greens Pool is a paradise. Visit Greens Pool
Almost completely sheltered from the waves of the Great Southern Ocean, Greens Pool is a paradise. Visit Greens Pool
Elephant Rocks
Giant rocks shaped like elephants stand together facing into the waves of the Great Southern Ocean. One of the most visited places on the Rainbow Coast. Visit Elephant Rocks
Giant rocks shaped like elephants stand together facing into the waves of the Great Southern Ocean. One of the most visited places on the Rainbow Coast. Visit Elephant Rocks
Lights Beach
Inspiring lookout and beach offering spectacular views of William Bay from the east. A favourite local beach. Visit Lights Beach
Inspiring lookout and beach offering spectacular views of William Bay from the east. A favourite local beach. Visit Lights Beach
Anvil Beach
Anvil Beach is a beautiful beach on the south side of Nullaki Peninsula on the Great Southern Ocean. Visit Anvil Beach
Anvil Beach is a beautiful beach on the south side of Nullaki Peninsula on the Great Southern Ocean. Visit Anvil Beach
Bibbulmun Track
The Bibbulmun Track stretches from Kalamunda in the Perth hills through the entire Denmark Region to the Southern Terminus in Albany. Visit Bibbulmun Track
The Bibbulmun Track stretches from Kalamunda in the Perth hills through the entire Denmark Region to the Southern Terminus in Albany. Visit Bibbulmun Track
Birds in Denmark WA
The birdlife along the Rainbow Coast is amazing and includes several species of birds which can be found no where else on earth. Visit Birds in Denmark WA
The birdlife along the Rainbow Coast is amazing and includes several species of birds which can be found no where else on earth. Visit Birds in Denmark WA
Crusoe Beach
A commercial fishing site and not a tourist site. The beach is best visited after 3.30pm as advised by the sign. Visit Crusoe Beach
A commercial fishing site and not a tourist site. The beach is best visited after 3.30pm as advised by the sign. Visit Crusoe Beach
Denmark Town Walk
Take a stroll through Denmark Western Australia and explore the town and experience the history and culture of Denmark WA. Visit Denmark Town Walk
Take a stroll through Denmark Western Australia and explore the town and experience the history and culture of Denmark WA. Visit Denmark Town Walk
Harewood Forest Walk
Harewood Forest is an almost 1.5k walk through the forest. The stream at the end is the turn-around point. Filled with information on the history and flora and fauna. Visit Harewood Forest Walk
Harewood Forest is an almost 1.5k walk through the forest. The stream at the end is the turn-around point. Filled with information on the history and flora and fauna. Visit Harewood Forest Walk
Madfish Bay
In Madfish Bay an island rests close to the shore. The waves at this beach come from two different directions. Visit Madfish Bay
In Madfish Bay an island rests close to the shore. The waves at this beach come from two different directions. Visit Madfish Bay
Mazzoletti Beach
Mazzoletti Beach stretches from Greens Pool in the East by foot to Parry Beach in the West. Almost the entire coastal distance of William Bay National Park. Visit Mazzoletti Beach
Mazzoletti Beach stretches from Greens Pool in the East by foot to Parry Beach in the West. Almost the entire coastal distance of William Bay National Park. Visit Mazzoletti Beach
Mokare Heritage Trail
Named after an aboriginal tracker and chieftain the Mokare Heritage Trail winds along the east and west side of the Denmark River. Visit Mokare Heritage Trail
Named after an aboriginal tracker and chieftain the Mokare Heritage Trail winds along the east and west side of the Denmark River. Visit Mokare Heritage Trail
Monkey Rock
Spectacular elevated views over William Bay National Park and Ratcliffe Bay. Plus an amazing view east along the Nullaki Peninsula. Visit Monkey Rock
Spectacular elevated views over William Bay National Park and Ratcliffe Bay. Plus an amazing view east along the Nullaki Peninsula. Visit Monkey Rock
Parry Beach
Offering spectacular views across William Bay towards Green Pool and Elephant Rocks. Camping permitted if available. Visit Parry Beach
Offering spectacular views across William Bay towards Green Pool and Elephant Rocks. Camping permitted if available. Visit Parry Beach
Peaceful Bay
Peaceful Bay beach is split in two by the Irwin Inlet as it discharges into the ocean. Sand dunes abound. Visit Peaceful Bay
Peaceful Bay beach is split in two by the Irwin Inlet as it discharges into the ocean. Sand dunes abound. Visit Peaceful Bay
Prawn Rock Channel
Prawn Rock Channel is located just north of Ocean Beach and you will drive right past it on your way to Ocean Beach. This secluded slow running channel of water is an ideal swimming spot. Visit Prawn Rock Channel
Prawn Rock Channel is located just north of Ocean Beach and you will drive right past it on your way to Ocean Beach. This secluded slow running channel of water is an ideal swimming spot. Visit Prawn Rock Channel
The Rainbow Coast
The south coast is perfectly placed to see winter rainbows. Like several times a day. The locals recognise this unique feature and fondly call it the Rainbow Coast. Visit The Rainbow Coast
The south coast is perfectly placed to see winter rainbows. Like several times a day. The locals recognise this unique feature and fondly call it the Rainbow Coast. Visit The Rainbow Coast
Southern Forests
Along the South Coast you will find some of the most fascinating forests in the world including jarrah, karri, red and yellow tingle forests. Visit Southern Forests
Along the South Coast you will find some of the most fascinating forests in the world including jarrah, karri, red and yellow tingle forests. Visit Southern Forests
