About Conto's Beach
Conto's Beach is a sandy ocean beach within Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park near Boranup, in the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River, Western Australia. Located about 15 km south of Margaret River town, it is known for its wide white sand, limestone cliffs and consistent surf break. The beach is a popular spot for swimming, surfing, fishing and coastal walks, and forms part of the Cape to Cape Track corridor.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide, sandy beach backed by dunes and coastal heath within Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, with views of the Indian Ocean. The beach has a surf break suitable for surfing, areas for swimming and fishing when conditions allow, and a grassed foreshore reserve with picnic and barbecue facilities. Access is via Conto Road from Caves Road, with a sealed car park, lookout and walking tracks connecting to the Cape to Cape Track.
Key highlights
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Wide sandy beach within Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park
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Consistent surf break popular for surfing
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Scenic coastal setting with dunes and limestone cliffs
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Access point for the Cape to Cape Track
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Grassed foreshore reserve with picnic and barbecue area and ocean lookout
History of Conto's Beach
The beach and nearby Conto Road are associated with early European settlement in the Margaret River region. The area lies within Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, established to protect the coastal limestone ridge and forest between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin.