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Mettam's Pool

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk and Yuat people as the traditional owners of Marmion Marine Park.

Mettam's Pool is a sheltered spot and perfect for snorkelling and swimming where you can see marine plants and animals close to shore.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Mettam's Pool
Radha Deepchand

About this place

It is less than two metres deep inside this naturally formed lagoon. A good range of fish species resides within the pool, particularly in the holes and crevices in the southern section. They include red-lip morwong, banded sweep, bullseyes, wrasse, schools of buffalo bream, sea mullet, tarwine and blowfish. Sand whiting and Australian herring can be seen in the open water.

You may also notice a few anemones growing within the pool, while cushion stars, abalone and other shellfish species hide in the rocky reef top. While the snorkelling inside the lagoon is easy, the surge can be strong on the outer edge of the reef. Beware of cobblers in the weed near the shore.

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!

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Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
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The lagoon area at Mettam's Pool can be accessed from stairs or a sloping concrete walkway.
Mettam's Pool
Kevin Smith

Steps to Mettam's Pool, Marmion Marine park.

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Mettams Pool
Mettam's Pool
Bronwyn Wells

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Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
Bronwyn Wells

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Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
Bronwyn Wells

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Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
Bronwyn Wells

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Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
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Snorkellers and swimmers enjoying the calm waters of Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
Radha Deepchand

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Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
Bronwyn Wells

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Sloping walkway leading down to a calm ocean reef at Mettam's Pool
Mettam's Pool
Radha Deepchand

Beach to the south of Mettam's Pool

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Swimmers and snorkellers enjoying the reef at Mettams Pool
Marmion Marine Park
Radha Deepchand

Beach to the south of Mettam's Pool

Facilities

Changeroom

Toilet

Shower

Shade shelter

Picnic table

Activities

Fishing

Snorkelling

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Mettam's Pool.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Whadjuk and Yuat people as the traditional owners of Marmion Marine Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Marmion Marine Park is free.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Flushable

Park office / Contact

Wanneroo Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9303 7700

Contact this office by email

Location

Destination Perth
Perth Islands and Reefs
Perth
Perth Coast & Plain

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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    Safety

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    Plan your activity

    Be prepared

    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

    Adventure safety

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    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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