A quiet family beach near Penneshaw named after French explorer Nicolas Baudin. Sheltered waters make it ideal for swimming, and the beach is rarely crowded.
- Location
- Baudin Beach, KI
- Region
- Dudley Peninsula
- Category
- Travel Guide
- Read Time
- 4 min read
Planning a visit to Baudin Beach
A quiet family beach near Penneshaw named after French explorer Nicolas Baudin. Sheltered waters make it ideal for swimming, and the beach is rarely crowded.
Baudin Beach is in Kangaroo Island's Dudley Peninsula region. Beach conditions change quickly and many island beaches are unpatrolled. Check the forecast and assess the water, wind and access conditions when you arrive.
The practical notes and answers on this page are specific to Baudin Beach. For island-wide transport, safety and itinerary advice, start with the Kangaroo Island planning guides.
Nearby Kangaroo Island Destinations
- •Visit Penneshaw — Dudley Peninsula travel guide
- •Visit Island Beach — Dudley Peninsula travel guide
- •Visit Cape Willoughby — Dudley Peninsula travel guide
Check current conditions
Kangaroo Island weather, fire danger, road access, park alerts, prices and opening times can change. Confirm time-sensitive details with the relevant operator or government authority before travelling. See National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia for park alerts and the Bureau of Meteorology for current South Australian weather.