Crusoe Beach
on the Wilson Inlet in Denmark WANorth shore of the Wilson Inlet
The beach is a north-shore inlet beach, which is usually larger-grained sands and rock surrounded by dense bushland and water grasses, peppermint and paperbark trees up to the waterline along the headlands.
There is a Pier at Cruscoe beach and usually the fishing boats moored there make a pretty scene. Cruscoe Island, just off shore, is teeming with bird life! Seeing pelicans flying directly over head in huge flocks is an awesome sight!
Get here
Crusoe Beach is located at the end of Crusoe Beach Road, off the Great Southern Highway a few kilometres east of Denmark on the north side of the Inlet.
This location is also the site of a commercial fishing jetty with Sandy Sprat, Cobbler, Pink Snapper, Yellow-eye Mullet, Sea Mullet and Blue Mackerel all in the Inlet. Please obey all signs and park in designated parking areas.
A Commercial Site
A commercial fisherman's site, the jetty is best visited after 3:30pm as advised by the sign. Visit the map of Denmark and the Wilson Inlet to get your bearings.
Bird Watching
The Wilson Inlet suports much birdlife. The Purple Crowned Lorikeet, Port Lincon Ringneck, Western Rosella, New Holland Honeyeater, Tawny Frogmouth, Silvereye and Red Capped Parrot all live here.
Find out more about the migratory and resident shorebirds of the Wilson Inlet.
The waterbird species that can be seen are the Australian Pelican, Little Black Cormorant and Little Pied Cormorant, Black Swan, Grey Teal, Australian Shoveller, Blue Billed Duck, Red-necked Avocet and Silver Gull.
Breath - The Movie
Crusoe Beach provides the opening scenes for the movie Breath by Simon Baker, based on the novel by Tim Winton. The entire movie was set in Denmark and surrounds.
Natural Attractions nearby:
All of the Beaches in Denmark WA are on the Great Southern Ocean. Check them out. Visit All Beaches in Denmark WA
Map of Beaches in Denmark Western Australia. Includes some of the most beautiful beaches on the south coast. Visit Denmark Beaches Map
National Parks and Reserves in Denmark Western Australia. Visit Denmark National Parks
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
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 Map
Almost completely sheltered from the waves of the Great Southern Ocean, Greens Pool is a paradise. Visit Greens Pool
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
Inspiring lookout and beach offering spectacular views of William Bay from the east. A favourite local beach. Visit Lights Beach
Anvil Beach is a beautiful beach on the south side of Nullaki Peninsula on the Great Southern Ocean. Visit Anvil Beach
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 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
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
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 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
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 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
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
Spectacular elevated views over William Bay National Park and Ratcliffe Bay. Plus an amazing view east along the Nullaki Peninsula. Visit Monkey Rock
Offering spectacular views across William Bay towards Green Pool and Elephant Rocks. Camping permitted if available. Visit Parry Beach
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 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 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
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
