About Mullaloo Beach
Mullaloo Beach is a popular white-sand beach in the suburb of Mullaloo within the City of Joondalup, about 20 kilometres north-west of Perth, Western Australia. Facing the Indian Ocean along the Sunset Coast, it is known for its long sandy shoreline, clear water and consistent surf. Patrolled by the Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club, it offers family-friendly swimming, surfing and coastal walks with views to Whitfords Nodes and nearby reefs.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long, wide sandy beach with clear Indian Ocean water, grassed foreshore reserve and paved coastal paths. The beach is patrolled by surf lifesavers in season, with designated swimming areas, surf breaks and reef areas for snorkelling. The foreshore includes parkland, playgrounds, barbecue areas, cafes and the Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club building. It is an open, urban coastal setting suitable for swimming, walking, sunbathing and sunset viewing.
Key highlights
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Long white sandy beach on the Sunset Coast facing the Indian Ocean
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Patrolled swimming area managed by Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club
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Consistent surf breaks popular for surfing and bodyboarding
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Grassed foreshore reserve with Tom Simpson Park and coastal walking paths
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Views to Whitfords Nodes and offshore reefs
History of Mullaloo Beach
The name Mullaloo is derived from an Aboriginal word often interpreted as referring to the local area. The suburb and beach were developed for residential and recreational use from the 1950s-1960s as Perth's northern coastal suburbs expanded. Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club was established in 1961 and has patrolled the beach since, marking its development as a key community beach in the City of Joondalup.
Culture & Context
Mullaloo Beach is located on Noongar country and is valued as a community recreational and social gathering place for residents of Perth's northern suburbs. It serves as a centre for surf lifesaving culture, family beach recreation and coastal leisure along the Sunset Coast.
Route
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