Point Ann

Point Ann is easily the best and most picturesque whale-watching site on the Fitzgerald coast.

Purpose-built whale-watching platforms at Point Ann 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. The dramatic peaks of the Barrens Range form a spectacular backdrop to the view over the bay.

Winter visitors
During summer, southern right whales prefer the open ocean, away from the coast, but during early winter and spring the cows come in close to shore. There, near the surf line in sheltered bays, they 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.

Your safety:
Coast Risks and Cliff Risks are significant in this park.

Point Ann Heritage Trail

Delve into a classic piece of Western Australian history with a short walk along the old rabbit-proof fence.

Distance: 400m loop (allow 30 minutes) Trail Classification: Class 3 Moderate gradients.

For more information visit TrailsWA.

Mamang Trail

Explore the park’s stunning sandy coast with a hike along the Mamang Trail.

The Mamang Trail leads from Point Ann to Fitzgerald Inlet where day use and camping facilities provide walkers with the option to rest or stay overnight.

Distance: inland route 12km one-way Trail Classification: Class 4 Moderately difficult.

For more information visit TrailsWA.

This information was provided by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions: dpaw.wa.gov.au