Beaches - Shelly Beach, Exmouth
Beach type:
A very large expanse of sand and mud. Stretches from the recreation ground near the Exmouth sports centre, around to the docks. Very tidal with a very gentle shelf.
At high spring tide it is completely covered by water. Very picturesque area. A short walk into the town centre.
Pay parking is mainly at the recreation ground or large car park near the town centre.
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Lifeguard:
There are no lifeguard facilities on this beach.
Emergency Faciliteis:
People should stick to well used areas near the beach entrances, as venturing too far out onto the sands/out into the estuary can prove dangerous on an incoming tide. Swimming is not advised due to the main estuarial current, unless in the pools often left by the outgoing tide. Beware vehicles may be driving on the beach especially near moored boats and slipways.
Cleaning
Cleaned manually on a daily basis in the summer, monthly in the winter. Dog bins are provided and dogs are welcomed all year-round.
Activities:
Fishing, paddling, windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, kiteboarding, and boating
Facilities:
Toilets are available including disabled facilities at the entrance to the recreation ground. Cafes, restuarants and pubs are a short walk into town.
The main slipway on the recreation ground has a gentle shelf in to shallow water and is only really usable from mid to high tide.
