Port Hedland has beautiful beaches, parks and reserves, two aquatic centres, and many natural picnic spots. The Pilbara's famous National Parks are nearby for camping and sight-seeing. Arts and Culture Over 40 arts and cultural groups as diverse as boot-scooting to the Hedland Chamber Ensemble flourish in Port Hedland. The town has a local Cultural Centre, the Matt Dann Centre. Along with local and state entertainment, many national and international groups visit the town.
Many organisations cater for the welfare, social and economic interests of the community.
These include organisations for Aboriginal people, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, women, youth, the aged and people with disabilities. Shopping Port Hedland boasts two modern shopping centres and in addition numerous community shopping facilities. The town has all relevant trade and professional services. Medical Port Hedland houses a Regional Hospital and a Community Health Centre. Specialists visit the town regularly.