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Pot Alley Beach Trail, Kalbarri NP

Nanda Country

Descend to the secluded Pot Alley Beach with this challenging, stepped trail through a sandstone gully.

Part of Kalbarri 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
  • Return
Today

19°C

27°

15°

Part of Kalbarri National Park network

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Pot Alley Beach Trail is a scenic and challenging walk located in Kalbarri National Park.

The trail begins at the Pot Alley carpark and descends through a sandstone gully and picturesque ocean gorge, leading to a secluded beach. Named by local cray fishermen who have lost many pots here, Pot Alley features dramatic rock formations and incredible vistas of the wild Indian Ocean.

Geraldton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9964 0901

Kalbarri Visitor Centre

(08) 9937 1104

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Statistics - Flora and Fauna

100+
Bird species
700+
Flowering plant species

Kalbarri National Park’s coastline features dramatic Tumblagooda sandstone cliffs plunging into the Indian Ocean. The coastal heathlands and rugged cliff tops of the park boast an astonishing level of biodiversity. From July to October, the area erupts in vibrant color, with several hundred recorded native species. Prominent blooms include the iconic Kalbarri Catspaw, pink pokers, feather flowers, banksias, grevilleas, and various endemic orchids (such as the Kalbarri Spider and Cowslip orchids). You'll also spot coastal ray flower, purple thryptomene, and wooly orange banksia dotting the sandy plains. 

The coastline and surrounding waters are a haven for both marine life and coastal birds. During the migrating season (June to November), humpback whales and southern right whales can be frequently spotted from the coastal cliff lookouts. Bottlenose dolphins and Australian sea lions also inhabit the local waters. Keep an eye out for wedge-tailed eagles, ospreys, and sea eagles soaring the coastal thermals. The unique black-flanked rock-wallaby, western grey kangaroos, and echidnas can occasionally be seen near coastal paths like the Bigurda Trail.

Keep an eye out for these species:

Crested Tern

Thalasseus bergii

Animalia: Aves

Conservation status: Migratory

MI

Humpback Whale

Megaptera novaeangliae

Animalia: Mammalia

Conservation status: Conservation Dependent

Nankeen Kestrel

Falco (Tinnunculus) cenchroides

Animalia: Aves

Singing Honeyeater

Gavicalis virescens

Animalia: Aves

Black-faced Kangaroo

Macropus fuliginosus melanops

Animalia: Mammalia

Bynoe's Gecko

Heteronotia binoei

Animalia: Reptilia

Calytrix brevifolia

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Melaleuca megacephala

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Calothamnus quadrifidus subsp. homalophyllus

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Limestone Ridge Spider-orchid

Caladenia bicalliata subsp. bicalliata

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Wild Rose

Diplolaena grandiflora

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Rock Grevillea

Grevillea petrophiloides

Plantae: Equisetopsida

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Time / Duration

Allow 20 minutes

Length

400m return

Fees

Standard park entry fees apply

Trail Access

2WD access via Pot Alley Road. 10 mins (7.5km) from Kalbarri.

Trail Start

Pot Alley Carpark, Pot Alley Road, Kalbarri NP

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Trail End

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What’s the weather like?

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

The edges of the cliffs and gorges are unstable and undercut. Stay clear of cliff edges and overhangs. Keep to the paths, lookouts and trails. Wear sturdy footwear.

Prohibited items

No pets allowed

Facilities

  • Car Park
More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Aug 17, 12:05am

19°C

Feels like 18°C

Max 27°

Min 15°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 4.51km/h W

8-day forecast

Sun

27°

15°

Mon

23°

18°

Tue

25°

14°

Wed

22°

16°

Thu

20°

16°

Fri

26°

16°

Sat

28°

19°

Sun

27°

17°

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