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Point Samson WA

Point Samson

Postcode: 6720

Point Samson ( 20°38’S, 117°12’E) is a small town 1579 km north of Perth and 18 km north of Roebourne in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

Located a 20 minute drive north of Roebourne, Point Samson can be found at the eastern tip of the Dampier Archipelago. This tranquil fishing hamlet is an ideal spot to relax and soak up the quiet beauty of the north west coast.

Initially developed as a shipping port with facilities to handle bigger vessels than those handled at nearby Cossack, Point Samson is now home to a large fishing fleet which enjoys the security and convenience of a new marina. The recently constructed rock groins and boat launching ramp also offer easy access to deep water fishing.

Point Samson is home to some fine beaches which provide visitors with snorkeling and shore based fishing opportunities. Popular spots include John’s Creek and Honeymoon Cove. Whales migrating south can be seen from the shore from July to October.

Point Samson has a range of accommodation including a caravan park, comfortable bed and breakfasts, holiday homes and a quality four star resort. Point Samson is home to world famous fish and chips and seafood Point Samson has a reputation for some of the finest seafood restaurants.