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Point Ann

We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Minang and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.

Point Ann is easily the best and most picturesque whale watching area on the coast.

No dogs

Park entry fee

Point Ann
DBCA

About this place

The dramatic peaks of the Barren's Range form a spectacular backdrop for the purpose-built whale-watching platforms at Point Ann. These platforms are popular from June to the end of October when southern right whales can be seen cavorting in the bay on most days during the whale season.

During summer, southern right whales prefer the open ocean, away from the coast, but during early winter and spring the mother and baby whales come in close to shore. Near the surf line in sheltered bays, whales give birth to their young before returning to deeper waters as summer approaches. On average, they calve once every three years. Newborn animals are between four and a half to six metres long and weigh approximately one and a half tonnes.

Other activities include walking the Point Ann Heritage Trail, beachcombing, swimming and fishing.

Back to Fitzgerald River National Park

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!

Coast risks and cliff risks are significant in this park.

Gallery

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Two people pointing out to sea from the lookout at Point Ann on a stormy afternoon
Point Ann
Bronwyn Wells

Stormy afternoon at Point Ann

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Calm water, white sand beach, and picnic facilities at Point Ann
Point Ann
Bronwyn Wells

Small beach at Point Ann

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View of St Mary Beach from Point Ann
Point Ann
Bronwyn Wells

St Mary Beach and the splash of a whale viewed from Point Ann

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looking up at a rugged cliff with a visitor viewing platform on top at Point Ann
Point Ann
DBCA

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looking down at a small beach with jagged rocks and wide expanse of ocean at Point Ann
Point Ann
DBCA

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Whales at St Mary Beach
St Mary Beach
Bronwyn Wells

Whales at St Mary Beach

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St Mary Beach
St Mary Beach
Bronwyn Wells

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looking down at a small beach with jagged rocks and wide expanse of ocean at Point Ann
Point Ann
DBCA

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view at Point Ann of waves breaking onto a rocky shore with a sweeping sandy bay in the distance
Point Ann
DBCA

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looking down at waves breaking onto rocks at Point Ann
Point Ann
DBCA

Facilities

There are sealed paths to lookouts and picnic areas.

Barbecue

Toilet

Boat ramp

Lookout/Deck

Activities

Bushwalking

Canoeing and kayaking

Fishing

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Point Ann.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Minang and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Fitzgerald River National Park.

Parking

There is a large gravel parking area that includes two concrete accessible parking bays and two long bays.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility

More accessibility information for Point Ann

Park office / Contact

Albany Parks and Wildlife Office

+61 (0)8 9842 4500
albany@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's Golden Outback
Esperance

Trails

Mamang Trail, Fitzgerald River NP

Mamang Trail

31 km
View this trail
Point Ann Heritage Trail, Fitzgerald NP

Point Ann Heritage Trail

1.5km
View this trail

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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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

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    Adventure safety

    Beaches and coastal areas

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    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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