The 'Hub' of Shark Bay
The most westerly settlement of Australia, was originally a pearling camp named 'Freshwater Camp', which later developed into a township that serviced the pearling, pastoral and fishing industries of Shark Bay. It was proclaimed a townsite on 3 May 1898 and later named 'Denham' after Captain Henry Mangles Denham of the Royal Navy.
Today, Denham is a great place to base yourself while exploring the beautiful and diverse Shark Bay World Heritage Area.
The streets of Denham have many stories to tell; follow the trail to explore just a few of them. The Denham Discovery Trail is a 2.3km walking trail that will take you past sites of interest that will have you thinking about Shark Bay's traditional owners, early pioneers, preachers, pastoralists, pearlers, prisoners and publicans.This small seaside town offers great views of Australia's most westerly sunset, has a range of accommodation options, restaurants and shops, safe swimming beaches, and boasts the best children's play park on the West Coast!
