Channel Point Coastal Reserve facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Channel Point Coastal Reserve Northern Territory
IUCN Category V (Protected Landscape/Seascape)
Channel Point Coastal Reserve Location in Northern Territory
Nearest town or city	Darwin
Established	2005
Area	2.50 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Managing authorities	Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory
Website	Channel Point Coastal Reserve
See also	Protected areas of the Northern Territory

The Channel Point Coastal Reserve is a special place in Australia's Northern Territory. It's a protected area, which means it's set aside to keep its natural beauty safe. The reserve was officially established in 2005.

Channel Point Coastal Reserve

Where is it?

This reserve is about 240 kilometers (150 miles) southwest of Darwin. It's located near the Peron Islands. You can find it between the mouth of the Daly River and Channel Point. This area is also part of the Anson Bay, Daly and Reynolds River Floodplains. This larger area is very important for birds.

What can you do there?

The Channel Point Coastal Reserve has some helpful facilities for visitors. You can find a boat ramp, which is a place to launch boats into the water. There is also a camping area if you want to stay overnight. A small road leads to the boat ramp, making it easy to access. These facilities were built starting in 2006.

Amazing Animals

This reserve is a great home for many kinds of birds. It provides a good habitat for them to live and thrive. Some of the birds you might see include royal spoonbills and magpie geese. You might also spot plumed whistling-ducks, grey teal, and glossy ibis.