Point Danger Gannet Colony

Point of Interest

Contact

Great South West Walkway, Portland, Victoria.

1800 035 567

visitportland.com.au/gannets

Description

Australia's only gannet colony on the mainland. This site features interpretive information and elevated viewing platform. More than 6000 pairs of gannets nest on Lawrence Rocks, 2 km south of the mainland. The mainland colony of 300 pairs is an ideal place to observe birds in all stages of life, from chicks and grey coloured immature gannets, to the mature adult birds with their marvelous wing span and impressive size. Gannets are nesting and raising young from July to April. Manned by a friendly volunteer. A closer visit to the colony may be arranged by contacting the Portland Visitor information Centre on 1800 035 567. Dogs are not permitted. No camping or overnight parking allowed.

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Location

Lat: -38.392987 Lng: 141.648573