Nanarup Beach is a charming white sandy beach located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, approximately 20 kilometers east of Albany. It offers a tranquil atmosphere with unique features like the stairway access at the western end, where Taylor Inlet discharges into the ocean. The beach is popular for its beautiful scenery, fishing, and four-wheel driving. However, it is not patrolled by lifeguards and can be risky due to strong currents.
The beach spans about 4.2 kilometers, featuring scattered beachrock reefs at the eastern end and a wave-dominated surf zone towards the inlet. It is backed by scarped calcarenite bluffs to the east and unstable dunes to the west. The area is known for its birdwatching opportunities and as a scenic spot for observing wildlife.
Visitors can enjoy picnic areas, barbecue facilities, and toilet amenities near the beach. It is an off-the-beaten-track destination that offers a mix of solitude and natural beauty.