Yanchep Lagoon

Yanchep, Western Australia, Australia

A shallow shore-entry lagoon sheltered by an offshore limestone reef north of Perth. The protected inner lagoon suits beginners and snorkelers, with more to see out on the outer reef. Reef fish, octopus, cuttlefish, and western rock lobster are common. The reef is sharp, so reef shoes help, and current and surge build on an incoming tide.