The Safety Bay Beach Boat Ramp, located along the Safety Bay Foreshore Reserve, features a dual-lane concrete ramp with a central jetty. It’s a popular launching spot for small boats, kayaks, and paddleboards, offering easy access to the calm, protected waters of Safety Bay. While the ramp can become shallow and occasionally be affected by silting, it remains a convenient and well-used facility for both locals and visitors.

It’s best to plan launches around the tides, as the ramp can become shallow. Still, the ramp’s location offers easy access to Penguin Island and the surrounding Shoalwater Islands Marine Park, a pristine area home to dolphins, sea lions, penguins, and diverse birdlife.

Safety Bay itself is well-known for its family-friendly atmosphere and gentle, sheltered beach, which is perfect for swimming, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water. Shaded grassy areas, picnic tables, and nearby public toilets make it a comfortable place to spend the day. Across the road, you’ll find coffee shops, takeaway options, and a service station, adding to the convenience.

The area also draws a lively crowd of kite and windsurfers, especially during the summer trade winds. There’s a dedicated parking area with ample spots for vehicle driving and spaces under the trees where wind and kite surfers often set up, and a community-like camaraderie among regulars. It’s a favourite spot to watch the colourful kites, see stingrays gliding near the jetty, or even spot dolphins cruising through the bay.

Visitors can also enjoy walks with their dogs along the shoreline or simply sit back on one of the benches to take in the magnificent sunsets and sea breeze.

Whether you’re heading out on the water, spending a quiet afternoon by the shore, or taking the family for a day of sun and sea, the Safety Bay Beach Boat Ramp and its surrounding foreshore deliver a great balance of natural beauty and convenience.

Feature	Description
Number of ramp lanes	2 (with jetty)
Fish cleaning facilities	None
Carpark spaces	Ample parking spots available
Amenities	Toilets, playground, picnic tables, BBQ stations, lighting
Ramp rating	- Very Good