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Frenchman Bay located on the southern side of the King George Sound. Below it's waters lies the HMAS Perth, Dive wreck. Frenchman Bay has a beautiful picnic area with barbecues as well as a boat launch - ideal for a relaxing, eating, and having quiet day out.
Just to the south visit Torndirrup National Park, where you can view the Gap and Natural Bridge rock formations as well as the noisy Blowholes and the turquoise waters of Jimmy Newells Harbour. Take a stroll around the nearby Stony Hill for a beautiful view of the entire National Park coastline.
The town of Albany is twenty minutes drive along the Torndirrup peninsula to the north. SEE the Torndirrup National Park Map to get your bearings.
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| Nearby the Torndirrup National Park |
| Situated on the Torndirrup peninsula which shelters Albany from the Great Southern Ocean, Torndirrup National Park has some of the Rainbow Coast's most extraordinary natural features. |
 Torndirrup National Park Map
All the sights in the National Park: The Gap, Natural Bridge, The Blowholes, Jimmy Newells Harbour, Stony Hill, Cable Beach & Stony Hill. View the Torndirrup NP MAP |
 The Gap
An impressive rugged granite channel carved by the waves of the Great Southern Ocean crashing against the granite coastline forming a spectacular sheer drop of almost twenty five metres. Visit The Gap |
 Natural Bridge
The Natural Bridge is a granite formation caused by the gradual wearing away of the rock by the Great Southern Ocean. Visit the Natural Bridge |
 Stony Hill
Stony Hill has a delightful 500mtr fairly level circular walk which offers spectacular 360 degree views. Visit Stony Hill |
 Cable Beach
In the middle of the beach is a giant boulder which was lifted by the sea and placed onto the beach by the force of the waves.
Visit the Cable Beach |
 Salmon Holes
Salmon Holes is reached by a winding pathway from the lookout, descending to the white beach. The beach is named after the salmon that come to rest in the bays.
Visit the Salmon Holes |
 Map of the
Albany Beaches
There are many beaches in and around Albany. View an interactive map of the Albany Beaches: Albany Beaches MAP |
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 Accommodation
Self Contained, Bed & Breakfast, Farmstays, Hotels & Inns, Luxury Accommodation, Budjet & Backpacker, Camping & Caravans. Visit the Albany Accommodation Guide
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The Great Southern Ocean coastline is prone to surges,
so be extremely aware when climbing, driving or walking
close to the waterline. ALWAYS watch the ocean.
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 Albany Region
The Albany Regional Overview. All about the Albany Region of Western Australia. Visit the Albany Overview |
 Albany Region Map
The Albany Regional Map. All about the Albany Region of Western Australia - google map style. Visit the Albany Map |
Accommodation
Self Contained, Bed & Breakfast, Farmstays, Hotels & Inns, Luxury Accommodation, Budjet & Backpacker, Camping & Caravans. Visit the Albany Accommodation Guide |
 Nuture
Take the time while you're on vacation to nuture your mind, body and soul. Deep relaxation and rejuvination. Visit the Albany Nurture & Wellness Guide |
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