Mandalay Beach (Manjimup)

Mandalay Beach is an exposed open-ocean beach with crystal-clear water, a big sandy beach, and medium-to-powerful wave conditions shaped by Southern Ocean swell. The coastline and in-water terrain include rocky headlands and shallow reef structures, which can make the launch and entry zones demanding, especially when the shorebreak and swell are active. For wind sports, the best wind is reported from ESE, SE, and SW, with the strongest season centered on January, February, and December. Summer sea breezes typically build during the afternoon (commonly around 1:00 PM–6:00 PM), and wind reliability is described as high in summer. Typical reported wind strength is about 15–25 knots, with moderate gusting; cliffs and dunes behind the beach can add near-shore turbulence. Kitesurfing is the primary focus, and it’s described as suitable for advanced riders due to the combination of an exposed coastline, heavy ocean conditions, and the potential for strong rips/undertow. Surfing is also possible but is characterized as exposed and can become very heavy or close out during large Southern Ocean swells. Wingfoiling is considered possible yet difficult because of the heavy shorebreak and deep water. Safety planning is essential here: strong currents, heavy shorebreak, and remote conditions are repeated themes, and mobile reception is very limited or absent. The area is within a national park, so standard conservation rules apply, with restrictions such as no beach camping and no dogs; bring water and food from Walpole because facilities at the beach are limited.