The Fitzroy River in Victoria's Western District is a perennial estuary system suited to paddling. A primary access point is the Tyrendarra Ramp, a boat ramp facility on the Fitzroy River estuary that received an upgrade in late 2023. The Fitzroy River Reserve also provides easy access to boat ramps and amenities. Paddlers should be aware that the river mouth at the outlet to the ocean near Portland is often closed by a sand bar, requiring a walk or wade along a narrow track to access the beach. The river flows through the Glenelg Hopkins catchment, and the surrounding reserve area is well-suited to fishing and boating, indicating a generally calm and recreational character. The area offers facilities for a day trip, including amenities at the reserve. For trip planning, the PaddleWays platform provides tools to view access points, water conditions, and private/public-land boundaries along the river.