Fluted Cape & Grass
Point
Information board in the carpark at East Cove
from here you walk along the beach to reach the track that
takes you out to Grassy Point and Penguin Island.
Grass Point
(moderate) 1.5 hours return
Coastal walk, suitable
for families, mainly flat,
whaling
history information trail, dry forest,
Southern Right Whales
This walk commences at the Adventure Bay entrance
to the National Park. There is parking available at the very end of
Adventure Bay road. Start the walk by going along the short beach next
to the carpark and turn left. The track is well formed, suitable for
families, keeps close to the coast and is mainly flat with a few gentle
ups and downs. Grass Point is an open grassland where there are visible
remains of structures associated with the bay whaling industry. Captain
Kelly's whaling station was recently the subject of archaeological research.
Southern Right Whales have returned to Adventure Bay and can be
seen during migration times, heading north from June to September and
south from September to late October, along this section of the coast.
Fluted Cape
(challenging /steep climbs) 3 hours return
Dry forests, whaling history, views to Tasman Peninsula, soaring seacliffs, sea eagles
Follow
the Grass Point track until you reach the open grassland at Penguin Island.
The circular route can be taken by following the Fluted Cape circuit sign.
The track climbs steeply, staying close to the coastal cliffs providing
spectacular views of Fluted Cape and the more distant Tasman Peninsula.
White Breasted Sea Eagles may be seen along the cape soaring in the
thermals. After about 50 minutes you will reach a sign that says 'Fluted
Cape return via circuit' where you begin a gradual descent returning to
Adventure Bay. (This walk should not be attempted by young unescorted
children).