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Leo Island Trail, Houtman Abrolhos Islands NP

Part of Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park network

Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Moderate
Trail difficulty

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.

  • Length 0.4km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • One-way
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18°C

21°

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Part of Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park network

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Follow the water's edge to the trail leading to the lagoon. If lucky, you may see sea lion pups frolicking. You will encounter unstable coral limestone ridges, loose shell and sandy surfaces along the trail. Please respect private property and do not enter the fisherman's hut area.

Watch an informative video about Leo Islands' sea lion residents here

Leo Island has one of the largest Caspian tern colonies in Western Australia. Before mating, terns usually have paired flight displays - spiralling, flapping and zigzagging together. The island is only accessible by vessel (boat), both private and charter options are possible.

 

Geraldton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9964 0901

Geraldton Visitor Centre

(08) 9956 6670

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Time / Duration

Up to 1 hour

Length

426 metres

Fees

No entry fees.

Trail Access

Vessel access from Geraldton, 424 kilometres north of Perth

Trail Start

Western tip of Leo Island

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Trail End

Leo Island Lagoon

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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.

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

Access to any islands at the Abrolhos require a competent skipper and continually exercising caution while navigating. The ‘Western Australian Cruising Guide’ is a good reference for navigating around the islands (including mooring/anchoring).

Prohibited items

No pets.

Safety

Walk safely, tread lightly

·        Wear a hat, loose long-sleeved shirt, sturdy footwear and apply sunscreen. 

·        Carry and drink 1 litre of water per person, per hour. 

·        Stay on the marked trail and at the water's edge.

·        Know your limits and walk to your ability.

·        Mangrove systems are fragile - please view from a distance.

·        Observe wildlife including sea lions and seabirds from a distance.

·        Leave all wildlife, including live or dead shells, fossils and corals where you find it. Collecting of any kind can impact the health of the islands’ ecosystems.

·        Take all rubbish including food scraps out with you. 

Biodiversity

Please stay on the trail, walk along the water's edge or coral ridges to avoid collapsing shearwater burrows and disturbing nesting birds. Nesting birds may abandon chicks if disturbed.

Paths that crisscross the island are created by sea lions moving from the open ocean to the shelter of the island to rest. Sea lions can be unpredictable if approached especially if pups are present. Please view from at least 10 metres away.

More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Jun 12, 10:56pm

18°C

Feels like 18°C

Max 21°

Min 18°

Precipitation: 100%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 5.25km/h SE

8-day forecast

Fri

21°

18°

Sat

24°

15°

Sun

21°

16°

Mon

21°

14°

Tue

18°

13°

Wed

18°

11°

Thu

18°

11°

Fri

20°

12°

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