Point Samson: Coast and Port History

Point Samson combines coastal scenery with a history closely connected to ports and fishing. At the sandy beach of Honeymoon Cove, offshore fringing reefs shelter the bay; there are coral gardens on the Point Samson Peninsula. At the same time, former port facilities and historic remains tell the story of the role the town played for the surrounding communities and the fishing industry. You can tailor your stay to suit different interests: beaches and views, boating and fishing, or traces of local history.

Beaches, Coral Gardens and Views

Honeymoon Cove has a sandy beach where you can go for a walk at sunrise or sunset. The offshore fringing reefs are part of the bay’s distinctive coastal scenery. Coral gardens on the peninsula also shape the landscape. These beach and coastal attractions offer a different focus from the maritime history visible at the ports and former jetty.

The Jetty Lookout is a good place to watch whales in the bay between July and October. It is at the former site of the Point Samson jetty. The Point Samson lookout is also a place to watch the sunset. When planning, the activities offer different points of reference: whale watching is associated with the July-to-October period, while a beach walk is timed for sunrise or sunset.

Ports and Activities on the Water

The rock groynes and boat ramp at Point Samson give shore anglers access to deep-sea fishing. Johns Creek Boat Harbour has sheltered basins, boat ramp(s), fuel and public toilets. Operational details may change. If you need any of these facilities for your plans, check the latest information before your visit.

Sam’s Creek and Harbour has local historical and social significance as the original port of Point Samson’s fishing industry. Today, the harbour remains important for commercial use, as well as recreational fishing and boating. Access and conditions may vary; check current notices before planning recreational fishing or boating there. The harbour’s continuing use and its former role in local history therefore sit side by side.

Insights into Maritime History

The Point Samson deep-water jetty was built in 1902/03 to supply Roebourne, Wittenoom and Wickham. A section of the former jetty was reconstructed on land to commemorate its significant role in the town’s history. The Point Samson Heritage Trail gives visitors the opportunity to discover the town’s history. Together with the reconstructed section of jetty, it provides a tangible connection to the maritime past.

The accessible remains of the Solveig also recall Point Samson’s former role as the region’s main port in the late 19th and 20th centuries. Restored historic buildings can be found on the Point Samson Peninsula and the surrounding islands. These sites add further historical connections to the port’s story; Sam’s Creek and Harbour is especially linked to the town’s fishing industry.

Getting There and Choosing Where to Stay

Point Samson is accessible via the Roebourne–Point Samson Road, which branches off the North West Coastal Highway in Roebourne. When choosing a hotel, you can first consider whether beach walks and views, the seasonal whale-watching period, or the harbour and local history will shape your stay. This lets you tailor your search to the experiences you have planned without treating the beach, views and harbour as a single focus.

Explore More Destinations

Explore more destinations: Collie, Balingup, Hillarys, Wellard, Warmun, Stirling City, Monkey Mia, Bremer Bay.

For the broader travel overview: Western Australia.