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Gairdner Trail, Lesueur NP Gairdner Trail, Lesueur NP

Bush Walk  in Coral Coast

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Cervantes to Geraldton, Kalbarri & Surrounds, Shark Bay to Gnaraloo

  • Less than 1 hour
  • 1.8 km
    • 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.

The first 230m to the Iain Wilson Lookout is sealed and suitable for prams and wheel chairs with assistance, due to the incline.

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This is a relatively easy trail, mostly single track, firm sand or gravel, with a short sealed section to the Iain Wilson Lookout and a section of wide fire trail at the other northern end.
 
Stunning views across to Mt Lesueur, Mt Michaud, down into the gully, out to the ocean and across the park. You can see for miles due to the low heathlands. You will see occasional stands of Wandoo and plenty of birdlife enjoying their space.

If you are feeling energetic you can combine this walk with the Lesueur Trail, a distance of 5.3km.


 

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

Allow 1 hour

Length

1.8 km loop

What To Pack

Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.

Trail Start

Drummonds Recreation area on Lesueur Drive, Lesueur National Park, 245km north of Perth.

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Trail End

Drummonds Recreation area on Lesueur Drive, Lesueur National Park, 245km north of Perth.

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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.

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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible for the first 230m to the Iain Wilson Lookout.
  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • Public Toilet

Best time of year

August to October for the wildflowers, but any time in the cooler months of April to November

Fees

National Park fees

Trail Access

By vehicle to Lesueur National Park, near Jurien Bay.

Prohibited Items

No pets No fires
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3 trail goers have rated Gairdner Trail, Lesueur NP as 4 out of 5!

We love to hear from people who've been on our Western Australian trails, so it would be most appreciated it if you wanted to leave a review.

Lisa Godeby

Reviewed 16 Sep 2023, 7:32am

Just did this loop yesterday and the wildflowers were everywhere! Such an incredible diversity of flowers in one place. After the initial paved section the trail is mostly single file, sandy and gravelly. Gently sloping, meandering, but easily walkable. Wonderful views all around. Highly recommended for this time of year.
Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 11 Sep 2022, 9:36am

Nice family friendly trail, great for those who struggle with accessibility
Kim Fawcett

Reviewed 20 Jul 2022, 3:41pm

This is a great shorter walk for those who can't or don't want to tackle the longer walks at Lesueur NP. It also provides an extension to the Lesueur Trail for those wanting a longer hike. There is some amazing scenery along the trail and there are wildflowers nearly all year around. The best of the wildflowers are in August and September.

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