Pretty Pool

Pretty Pool is a sheltered sandy beach and natural tidal pool located at Cooke Point in Port Hedland, Western Australia. Situated on the Indian Ocean coastline east of the town centre, it is known for its calm, shallow waters at high tide, surrounding parkland and views across the ocean. The beach is popular with families and visitors for swimming, wading and picnics, and is also recognised as a seasonal nesting area for flatback turtles.

Visitors can expect a calm, sandy beach with a natural tidal rock pool that fills at high tide, surrounded by grassed parkland, shaded shelters and picnic areas. The setting is open and coastal with views of the Indian Ocean and Port Hedland coastline. At low tide the pool and sand flats are exposed for walking and exploring, while at high tide the pool provides sheltered wading and swimming. The area includes paths, playground and BBQ facilities and is used for beach walking, photography and seasonal turtle watching.