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Cape Naturaliste to Sugarloaf Rock, Cape Naturaliste, Leeuwin-Naturaliste NP

Trail difficulty
Trail difficulty
  • Length 3.4km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Accessible trail
  • One-way
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This section of the Cape to Cape Track runs between Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Sugarloaf Rock. The path is levelled and bituminised providing walkers of all abilities the opportunity to experience the extraordinary coastal views. It also incorporates more than 1km of timber boardwalk and bench seating at multiple points.

It is suitable for people in wheelchairs, being graded 1 in 12. It can be accessed by road at either end, with accessible parking bays available at both carparks. 

 

Other trails from the lighthouse include:

Whale Trail
Distance: 2.2km (return)  Class: 2

Lighthouse Loop
Distance: 2.2km (loop)  Class: 2

Shelley Cove Loop
Distance: 3.1km (loop) Class: 3

Cape Naturaliste Loop
Distance 3.4km (loop) Class: 3

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Time / Duration

1.5 hours

Length

3.4km one way

Trail Access

By vehicle, at the end of Cape Naturaliste Road, near Dunsborough, 263km (3 hours) south of Perth.

Trail Start

Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, end of Cape Naturaliste Road, 263km (3 hours) south of Perth

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Trail End

Sugarloaf Rock

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When to go

May to November

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Bush Walk

Class 2

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

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Prohibited items

No pets or bikes permitted

Facilities

Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse has a gift shop with snacks and drinks. Access to the lighthouse grounds requires an entry fee, and guided tours of the lighthouse are available hourly. A museum is located in one of the original lighthouse keeper’s cottages.

  • Car Park
  • Coach Parking
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Kiosk
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • Shop
  • View Platform

Trail Accessibility

  • All accessible parking
  • All accessible toilet facilities

Trail information updated
4th May 2026

Today May 13, 6:36pm

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Min 15°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 5.28km/h SW

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4 trail goers have rated this trail as 4.5 out of 5!

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Amanda Nullmeyers

Reviewed 7 Apr 2024, 6:59am

Loved this walk trail that we did over the Easter Long Weekend. Perfect weather to see the beautiful sights along this trail, particularly Sugarloaf Rock. Stunning!!!!
Sea Poked

Reviewed 1 Apr 2024, 2:02pm

Very simple walk, all on flat surfaces (with some inclines). Sugarloaf Rock is a beautiful sight and I loved the proximity to the water.
Annique Lee

Reviewed 27 Aug 2021, 8:01am

Beautiful walk, easy with splendid vista to feast the eye on
steve bennett

Reviewed 24 Aug 2015, 8:38am

An excellent walk and suitable for prams and wheel chairs. The raised nature of the trail allows for excellent viewing of whales and the remarkable coastline.

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