Nugget point
Summary
A visitor survey was carried out at Nugget Point Scientific Reserve between the 3 and 11 March 2007. Its purpose was to gauge opinions on the condition of facilities at the site, which are considered to be under growing pressure from increasing visitor numbers. Visitors completed questionnaires on-site at the time of their visit.
Overall visitors to Nugget Point were very satisfied with their visit. Enjoying the scenery (60%) and wildlife (46%) were the main attractions at the site, although it seemed that expectations regarding wildlife were at variance with visitors' experience there.
The respondents did not have high expectations about the standard of facilities. However, there are indications that suggest existing facilities are not performing, with many comments about the inadequacy of the carpark, toilets, and signals that signage, interpretation and pre-trip information may need to be reviewed.
Visitors liked the tracks and platform, but there is evidence that the platform may become an area of congestion if visitor numbers increase. The viewing hide is also under pressure, especially during the busy part of the year. Improved data about visitor numbers would provide a clearer picture regarding use of these facilities. Visitors made many suggestions about improvements they would like to see. For example: clear message was that any development should not detract from the highly valued natural qualities of the place.
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