public showers in perth/fremantle

There are public showers at each of the main beaches in the changerooms. Probably cold water, and probably wide open with no privacy cubicles. Not what you're after I'd guess.

Caravan Parks may let you use their showers for a small fee, as may Youth Hostels or other backpacker accommodation.

Not sure if sleeping in your campervan in public areas in the Perth Freo area is either allowed or all that smart. Probably safe; probably; ...in the right areas. I'm pretty sure there are rules about parking up for the night and sleeping in your van.

However back in the olden days, I've been known to take long rests in the beach carparks at night in my EH Wagon, but generally had to get the girlfriend home before dawn!! :-)

Tim

Have you investigated the YHA? They're sure to have places in the areas you're talking about. We've used them around Oz and toured NZ staying at YHA's. Usually excellent cheap accomodation with good amenities. And because you're sharing kitchens, you tend to start talking with strangers and actually meet people. (Strange but true) Check out their website, I reckon as simple as yha.com.au Have fun in the Golden West.

All of the Public Swimming Pools will have showers, and most these days are hot water. Hope this helps
Vince

Caravan Parks have full ablutions, for around $20 per night you can stay
and shower as well.
You will find if you try free camping in the Perth metro area, you will be
moved on by the Police.
There are some really nice caravan parks both north and south of the river

Thank you top everyone for your replies and suggestions. You have goven me some good ideas.

Regards ... AZ

When travelling, if unable to find a suitable shower, have gone to a Hotel and asked "how much to use your bathroom" - and got a hot bath in luxury for a $ or 2. Haven't tried it in Perth though. Anyway there's all that ocean out there! Who needs a shower?