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Wilderness Beach, Wilderness

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Stroll for miles upon the white sands of Wilderness Beach. The peaceful stretch of shoreline features waters safe for children, with low waves and calm winds in designated swimming areas. Watch for whales and dolphins while you inspect shells and starfish during low tides. Soak in the views of the sea and mountains, and enjoy a picnic or a bite in one of many restaurants nearby. Put Wilderness Beach at the forefront of your travel plans using our Wilderness online route planner.
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  • By BrianBBriighton
    Endless sand and ocean, looking North or South, Wilderness beach is split apart by the mouth of the Touw river. It is also bridged by the N2 Highway and a defunct narrow gauge railway. Tends to be...  more »
  • By Schroe2
    We often forget the holiday destinations out of season can still be the place to be if we are looking for that ever so elusive peace and quiet.  more »
  • By Bruce G
    Crossed by two bridges, one a highway, the other a tiny gauge railway, the Wilderness Beach is dissected by the Touwsriver Mouth, in Wilderness. We were housed just a little way east at the Mes Amis....  more »
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