About this place
Skipjack Point Lookout is perched on the cliff edge where you can enjoy the spectacular Cape Peron coastline and wildlife. It can be accessed from the Wanamalu Walk Trail.
Be sure to look towards the ocean along the way for a chance to see marine life such as dolphins, sharks, rays, dugongs, turtles or schools of fish.
Wanamalu Walk Trail
This trail stretches for 1.5km along the cliff edge between Cape Peron and Skipjack Point. Spectacular red sand cliffs extend in either direction, offering fantastic photo opportunities. The 45-minute (one-way) walk provides excellent views of the coastline and it is common to see marine wildlife such as rays, sharks, dolphins, schools of fish and flocks of cormorants.
- Difficulty: Class 2
- Distance: 1.5km
- Time: 45 minutes (one-way)
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!
Western Shield - The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife.
Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Pets are not permitted in this park.
For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.
Gallery
Facilities
Lookout/Deck
Activities
Bushwalking
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Skipjack Point Lookout.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Malgana people as the Traditional Owners of Francois Peron National Park.
