Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.
The Uredale Point Heritage Trail is a spectacular 5km loop that provides some great views of the Albany Port, King George Sound and Vancouver Peninsula. The walk takes you along the cliffs above Whalers Cove and on to the beaches of Vancouver Peninsula, providing some breathtaking views of Albany and its surrounds.
About Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany
Built in 1988 as one of the heritage trails created to mark Australia's Bicentennial, the Uredale Point HT takes you out on the Vancouver Peninsula, along two stunning beaches and towards the rock cairn marking the spot where Captain George Vancouver claimed this area for the British in 1791.
Starting along the beautiful cliffs above Whalers Cove, the walk takes you through wildflower filled woodlands and on towards the loop section that lets you walk along the pristine Brambles Beach. The climb up to Point Possession provides some of the best views of King George Sound before you head down to the picture perfect Barker Bay Beach. Be sure to bring your swimming gear in summer as there is a good chance you will have the beach all to yourself.
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Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.
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6 trail goers have rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany as 4.83 out of 5!
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Kristen Tomajka rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany a 5 out of 5
Kristen Tomajka
Reviewed 1 Feb 2025, 3:58pm
This trail should keep its 5 stars. Easy carpark and navigation. Beautiful beaches along the route (I had one to myself, and the water is so cold). Took about 2 hours and I took my time, I had a swim, and took lots of photos. My watch said 6km at the end of the trail.
Jazmin Maher rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany a 5 out of 5
Jazmin Maher
Reviewed 27 Jan 2023, 10:04am
Great walk. Fairly easy, with some inclines that may not be suitable for some people. Excellent views and can easily be completed in 2 hours at a steady pace.
Allana Hetherington rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany a 5 out of 5
Allana Hetherington
Reviewed 28 May 2022, 8:29am
Very easy walk and it's dog friendly, on a lead of course. The views are beautiful.
Gaelia Hunt rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany a 5 out of 5
Gaelia Hunt
Reviewed 6 Jan 2022, 2:11pm
Beautiful scenery.
5km return is accurate & took us 2 hrs at a very relaxed pace.
Tony Simpkins rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany a 5 out of 5
Tony Simpkins
Reviewed 20 Dec 2020, 10:33pm
Beautiful walk, especially in Spring - lots of wildflowers.
Linda Daniels rated Uredale Point Heritage Trail (formerly Point Possession), Albany a 4 out of 5
Linda Daniels
Reviewed 22 May 2017, 8:39pm
Lovely hike with mix of terrain and great views. Go at low tide to ensure there's some beach on the inlet side. Took us 1.5 hours at fairly relaxed pace.
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Uredale Point Heritage Trail
Rock Cairn on Point Possession
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Brambles Beach
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Barker Bay Beach
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Looking Out Towards King George Sound
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Woodlands Near Whalers Cove
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Granite Dome Up Point Possession
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Vancouver Peninsula
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Wildflowers on the Trail
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Views back to Whalers Cove
Views back to Whalers Cove
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