Point Avoid Beach is a secluded pocket of sand tucked in the lee of a beachrock reef at the western end of Gunyah Beach, within Coffin Bay National Park on the Eyre Peninsula. The reef creates protected, clear turquoise shallows ideal for swimming and snorkeling, while the headland lookout delivers sweeping views across Avoid Bay and Golden Island beyond.
Point Avoid Lookout / Beach
IntermediateMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.0 mSwell Period 0.0 sWind Speed 3.5 knPrecipitation 13 mmTidal Phase unknown
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Moderate risk: Rip currents
Rips and strong currents can develop around the rocky headland and bomboras, especially as the tide changes.
Low risk: Beachrock reef
Exposed beachrock reef with sharp edges and shallow submerged sections near the shore.
Low risk: Ocean swell
Swell and sea conditions can become rough through the exposed southern approaches, particularly in winter.
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Entry
From Coffin Bay township, drive 20 km south on the sealed road into Coffin Bay National Park to Point Avoid Lookout. Parking is available near the lookout with a short walk down to the beach.
Parking & facilities
Sealed road access leads to a parking area near Point Avoid Lookout.
parking
National park entry fee applies — $13.90 per car ($11.20 concession).
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