Bald Island
Island Protected island reserve off Western Australia coast
A protected island off Western Australia’s southern coast near Albany, known for seabird colonies, coastal scrub and short walking tracks; accessed by boat tours that focus on wildlife and seabird observation.
Bald Island is a small granite island and nature reserve off the southern coast of Western Australia near the town of Albany, protected for wildlife conservation.
The island features rugged rocky shorelines and vegetation adapted to a coastal island environment and provides breeding habitat for seabirds and refuge for native mammals. Public access is limited and visits are generally by private boat or seasonal commercial trips from the nearby coast.
Bald Island has been used as a conservation refuge and for species translocations to protect fauna from introduced mainland predators.
The island lies offshore from Two Peoples Bay on Western Australia’s south coast, close to the Albany area.
- Protection: Designated as a nature reserve and managed for wildlife conservation, with limited public access by boat or organized tours.
- Wildlife: Important refuge for seabirds and native terrestrial species because it remains largely free of introduced predators.
How to Get to Bald Island #
Accessible by licensed boat operators from Albany; managed as part of Western Australia’s reserves system. Contact Parks and Wildlife Service or local tour operators for permits and tours.
Tips for Visiting Bald Island #
- Bald Island is a sanctuary with restricted access for conservation - check state park regulations before planning a visit.
- All visitors must disinfect footwear and gear to prevent introducing weeds or pests.
- Bring binoculars - seals and seabirds are the main attractions, not sandy beaches.
Best Time to Visit Bald Island #
Visit in late spring through summer when boat access is most reliable and wildlife activity is high.
Weather & Climate near Bald Island #
Bald Island's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 7°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (779 mm/year).
January
January is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (109 mm).
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August
August is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and breezy conditions.
