About Cemetery Beach
Cemetery Beach is a sandy beach and foreshore park in Port Hedland, Western Australia, adjacent to the historic Pioneer Cemetery on Sutherland Street. It is known for its flat sandy shoreline on the Indian Ocean, landscaped parkland, and as a significant nesting site for flatback turtles. The beach offers views over the Port Hedland harbour entrance and Spoilbank Marina, with park facilities that make it a popular local recreation area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide, flat sandy beach fronting the Indian Ocean backed by a landscaped foreshore park. The park area includes lawns, shade shelters, barbecues, a playground and paved paths, with views toward the harbour entrance and Spoilbank Marina. The beach itself is natural and unpatrolled, with tidal flats exposed at low tide. During turtle nesting season, interpretive signage and managed viewing areas are present. The adjacent Pioneer Cemetery is accessible nearby.
Key highlights
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Sandy foreshore with views over the Indian Ocean and Port Hedland harbour entrance
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Cemetery Beach Park with playground, lawns, picnic shelters and barbecue facilities
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Significant seasonal nesting site for flatback turtles with interpretive signage
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Sunset views and photography over the coastline and Spoilbank Marina
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Adjacent Port Hedland Pioneer Cemetery historic site