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Learn moreAt Point Peron, park just before the end car park and launch off the sandy beach to your left. You will see a walk trail to the beach. From Point Peron the kayak trail tracks south via the islands and reefs.
The first one you can see is Bird Island. Explore the cove on the north side. The trail is marked to pass inshore of these islands but if the sea is calm take the opportunity to paddle further out and snorkel on the isolated reefs.
At Seal Island, sea lions will be asleep on the beach and possibly in the water near your kayak. Do not disturb them, and note that landing is not permitted on the beach here. A mooring is available to tie your kayak to but apart from the sea lions there is not much of interest in the water here.
Penguin Island is the turn-around point but you can picnic here or go on the walk trail. Take a $2 coin for the telescope on the island lookout. Landing and visiting the island is free.Â
Most days paddling the trail in the direction suggested will make for a tail wind on the trip home.
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Half-day
8km
Entry fees for the Discovery Centre on Penguin Island
Road or train to Rockingham
Usually best in the morning. September to May. Penguin Island is closed for penguin breeding June to September.
Group F - Paddling Trails (Paddling trails)
Beach at the Point Peron start point is all weather, however this is an exposed coastline with the potential for strong winds and breaking waves.
Pets are prohibited.
Please ensure you check weather conditions, tides and have all appropriate paddle safety gear before venturing out into the bay.
There is a ferry service to Penguin Island. No shop on the island but a cafe and kiosk on Mersey Point.Â
Due to this trail spanning multiple regions, we recommend use of your own weather app for localised information, or visiting bom.gov.au for accurate updates.
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