Woody Island

Woody Island is a nature reserve island in the Recherche Archipelago, about 15 kilometres offshore from Esperance in Western Australia. Managed as part of the Recherche Archipelago Nature Reserve, it is the only island in the archipelago open to visitors with overnight facilities. The island is known for its sheltered bays, granite coastline, snorkel trail, walking tracks, and wildlife including sea lions, dolphins and bush birds.

Visitors reach Woody Island by licensed ferry or charter boat from Esperance Bay, typically as a day tour or overnight stay. The island offers sheltered swimming beaches, a marked snorkel trail in Black Jack Bay, sea kayaking, bushwalking trails through mallee and coastal heath, wildlife viewing, and guided nature tours. Facilities include eco-cabins, campsites, a visitor centre, BBQ areas and interpretive signage. There are no shops and no private vehicle access.