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Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park

Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park extends 120 km along the southern Indian Ocean coastline of WA's southwest corner, from Cape Naturaliste…

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Ben ColeWritten by Ben Cole
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About Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park

Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park extends 120 km along the southern Indian Ocean coastline of WA's southwest corner, from Cape Naturaliste in the north to Cape Leeuwin in the south. The park encompasses 15,600 ha of 28 separate reserves protecting karst cave systems (including 150+ caves, with six open to the public), granite headlands, surf beaches, coastal heath, and tall karri forest. It includes iconic coastal features such as [Sugarloaf Rock](/au/attractions/wa/sugarloaf-rock), [Canal Rocks](/au/attractions/wa/canal-rocks), and the meeting of the Indian and Southern Oceans at Cape Leeuwin.

About

Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park extends 120 km along the southern Indian Ocean coastline of WA's southwest corner, from Cape Naturaliste in the north to Cape Leeuwin in the south. The park encompasses 15,600 ha of 28 separate reserves protecting karst cave systems (including 150+ caves, with six open to the public), granite headlands, surf beaches, coastal heath, and tall karri forest. It includes iconic coastal features such as [Sugarloaf Rock](/au/attractions/wa/sugarloaf-rock), [Canal Rocks](/au/attractions/wa/canal-rocks), and the meeting of the Indian and Southern Oceans at Cape Leeuwin.

Warnings

Ocean Beaches Have Powerful Surf And RipsCape Leeuwin Tidal Rocks Are Extremely SlipperySugarloaf Rock Access Track Can Be Muddy In Winter

Getting There

Map of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park

Cape Naturaliste is 260 km south of Perth near Dunsborough. Cape Leeuwin is 335 km south of Perth at Augusta.

Visitor Tips

  • •Cape Leeuwin waterwheel and lighthouse can be toured — book at Augusta visitor centre
  • •Sugarloaf Rock is best at sunrise — red-tailed tropicbirds nest Oct–Apr
  • •Cape to Cape Track can be walked in sections or as a 5-day trek
  • •Canal Rocks is a free, spectacular short walk 10 minutes from Yallingup

Quick Facts

At a Glance

The Place

Significance
National

Plan Your Visit

Entry
Free
Duration
3–5 days
Best Time
Year-round; spring (Sept–Nov) for wildflowers; winter for whale watching
Hours
Open 24 hours.

Location

Area
Gracetown
Region
Margaret River
State
Western Australia

Good to Know

Wheelchair Accessible

Highlights

Cape Leeuwin — Meeting Of Indian And Southern OceansCape Naturaliste LighthouseSugarloaf Rock — Nesting Red-Tailed TropicbirdsCanal Rocks Surge ChannelsCape To Cape Track (135 Km Walk)150+ Limestone Caves

Activities

Cape To Cape Track HikingSurfingCave ToursWhale Watching (Jun–Nov)SnorkellingWildflower WalksLighthouse ToursRock Fishing

Features

Available:Wheelchair Accessible
Not available:Dog Friendly
Not available:Pram/Stroller Friendly
Not available:Camping Available
Not available:Tours Available
Not available:Guided Walks
Not available:Swimming Allowed
Not available:Lockers Available

Facilities

Cape To Cape Track (135 Km Walk)CampgroundsLighthouses (Cape Leeuwin, Cape Naturaliste)Toilets At Major SitesCave Visitor Centres

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Sugarloaf Rock

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Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse

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Lake Cave

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