Leighton Beach

Leighton Beach is a long sandy urban beach in North Fremantle, City of Fremantle, Western Australia, just north of Fremantle Harbour. It is known for its white sand, clear turquoise water, grassed foreshore reserve and consistent sea breezes. The beach is popular for swimming, sunbathing, walking and wind-based water sports and is backed by residential development, cafes and the Fremantle to Perth coastal corridor.

Visitors can expect a wide, white sandy beach with a grassed foreshore reserve, paved promenade and views across Gage Roads to Rottnest Island. The beach has a relatively straight coastline with calm conditions in the morning and stronger afternoon sea breezes. Facilities include parking, toilets, showers and a cafe. The northern section includes a designated dog exercise area, while the central and southern sections are used for swimming, walking and kitesurfing when conditions allow.