Galah
Eolophus roseicapilla
Animalia: Aves
Red Bluff to Beach Trail, Kalbarri
Gaba Gaba Yina, Nanda Country
Part of Kalbarri National Park network
Part of Kalbarri National Park network
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About Red Bluff to Beach Trail, Kalbarri
Kalbarri’s Gaba Gaba Yina Trail, also known as the Red Bluff to Beach Trail, is a 1.4km return or 700m one-way walk between the Red Bluff headland lookout and the beach below.
This trail provides opportunity ponder the lives of the Nanda people as you explore this section of coastline. The name, Gaba Gaba Yina originates from the Nanda language, it is a steep trail taking you to a spectacular lookout perched high above the beach where you can enjoy outstanding views of Red Bluff Beach, Jakes Point, the mouth of the Murchison River and Meanarra Hill. Return to the beach using the same trail.Â
Kalbarri Visitor Centre
(08) 9937 1104
- [email protected]
- Visit website
- 70 Grey Street, Kalbarri WA 6536
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Flora & Fauna
Statistics - Flora and Fauna
212
Birds
104
Reptiles
1100
Horsetail Plants
A vast and exciting place of varied sights along the Murchison River, from the rolling sandplains to the ocean cliffs, with the deep river gorges and rocky plateaus in between. Spectacular wildflowers can be found all year, but for the best wildflower experience, plan your visit between August and October.
Keep an eye out for these species:
Silver Gull
Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae
Animalia: Aves
Australian Pelican
Pelecanus conspicillatus
Animalia: Aves
Singing Honeyeater
Gavicalis virescens
Animalia: Aves
Black-faced Kangaroo
Macropus fuliginosus melanops
Animalia: Mammalia
Thorny Devil
Moloch horridus
Animalia: Reptilia
Spotted Sand Dragon
Ctenophorus maculatus
Animalia: Reptilia
Long-nosed Dragon
Gowidon longirostris
Animalia: Reptilia
Bynoe's Gecko
Heteronotia binoei
Animalia: Reptilia
Calytrix brevifolia
Plantae: Equisetopsida
Melaleuca megacephala
Plantae: Equisetopsida
Calothamnus quadrifidus subsp. homalophyllus
Plantae: Equisetopsida
Rock Grevillea
Grevillea petrophiloides subsp. petrophiloides
Plantae: Equisetopsida
Rock Grevillea
Grevillea petrophiloides
Plantae: Equisetopsida
Be trail ready
Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
0-30mins
Length
1.4km return
Trail Access
Access is via Red Bluff Beach - 5km South of Kalbarri townsite.
Bush Walk
Class 3
Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Insect repellent
- Plenty of drinking water (as a minimum carry and drink 1 litre of water per hour of walking, per person).
- PLB or satellite phone
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment and weather conditions.
- Map/ Compass, do not rely on your phone in remote locations.
- Snacks/ Meals to keep your energy levels up on longer walks
- Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
- Rubbish bag to remove all your rubbish
- Reference material such as wildflower wildlife guides.
- Whistle (for emergencies, six short blasts per minute)
- Small trowel for toilet emergencies, and a few sheets of toilet paper in a small waterproof bag.
- Personal first aid kit (check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced).
- Torch/ Headlamp
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
Facilities
- Car Park
- Lookouts
- All accessible parking
- View Platform
Weather
Today Jun 10, 2:02pm
24°C
Scattered Clouds
Feels like 24°C
Max 25°C
Min 17°C
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