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About Canal Rocks
Canal Rocks is a network of channels and surge canals carved through ancient granite by the Indian Ocean near Yallingup, creating dramatic corridors of rushing seawater. The geology is extraordinarily photogenic — dark granite slabs divided by channels of brilliant blue-green water churning with ocean energy. A short walk and footbridge system allows safe viewing of the surging canals.
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Canal Rocks is a network of channels and surge canals carved through ancient granite by the Indian Ocean near Yallingup, creating dramatic corridors of rushing seawater. The geology is extraordinarily photogenic — dark granite slabs divided by channels of brilliant blue-green water churning with ocean energy. A short walk and footbridge system allows safe viewing of the surging canals. It is one of the most popular coastal attractions in the Margaret River region.
Warnings
Getting There
10 km south of Dunsborough on Canal Rocks Road (sealed). 270 km south of Perth.
Visitor Tips
- •The footbridge provides the best overview of the channel system
- •Visit in winter swell for most dramatic surge action
- •Best morning and evening light for photography
- •Combine with Yallingup beach and Ngilgi Cave in Yallingup
Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- State
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Free
- Duration
- 30–60 minutes
- Best Time
- Year-round; winter for dramatic wave surges; morning for best light
Location
- Region
- Margaret River
- State
- Western Australia
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