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Irwin Inlet

  • Saltwater
  • Estuary
Sq. miles
5.3
Boat Ramps
0
Access Points
0
Species
4

Irwin Inlet, also respectfully known by its Aboriginal dual name Quarram, is a wave-dominated estuary in the Shire of Denmark, Western Australia. This shallow, 13 to 14 square kilometre inlet is fed by the Kent (Gnowerumbup) and Bow (Waalitchup) rivers and discharges into the Southern Ocean at Foul Bay, bisecting Peaceful Bay (Kwallup) beach. A dynamic sandbar at the ocean entrance is often breached during winter, connecting the brackish inlet to the sea. The water body is characterized by its very shallow depth, mostly less than 2 metres, and supports extensive seagrass meadows. It is slowly infilling with sediment but remains a productive commercial and recreational fishery. The inlet is situated approximately 20 kilometres east of Walpole and 30 kilometres west of Denmark, with the South Coast Highway running about 3 kilometres to the north.


Species & education

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Irwin Inlet. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

The confluence areas where the Kent and Bow rivers meet the main estuarine basin are likely productive spots, as are the edges of the extensive seagrass meadows. The entrance channel near Foul Bay and the ocean side of the dynamic sandbar at Peaceful Bay can be productive when the inlet is open, attracting species moving between habitats. The structure provided by the sand dunes and the channel bisecting Peaceful Bay beach also creates surf fishing opportunities.

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