In 1980, the conservation park was described as follows:[8]…consists of low limestone ridges with a cover of black tea tree (Melaleuca lanceolata) and she-oak (Casuarina stricta) woodland.

Near the coast there are flat moist areas with much cutting grass (Gahnia spp.).

Western grey kangaroos and emus shelter in the high ground and feed on the lower flats.

The following statement of significance was published in 1980:[8]Kellidie Bay Conservation Park preserves a representative area of Casuarina stricta, Melaleuca lanceolata woodland and Gahnia spp.

The uncommon white-breasted sea-eagle and osprey occur here.The conservation park is classified as an IUCN Category Ia protected area.