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West Wallabi Island Trail, Houtman Abrolhos Islands NP

Part of Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park network

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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 1.6km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Circuit / loop
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Part of Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park network

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It is here on West Wallabi Island that Wiebbe Hayes and his soldiers fought fierce battles against Batavia's bloodthirsty mutineers. The island is only accessible by vessel (boat), both private and charter options are possible. Please note due to shallow tidal coral flats, a decent tide is required to access the island.

Tammar wallabies, carpet pythons, endemic spiny-tailed skinks, endangered Abrolhos painted button-quails, southern bush rats, raptors, migratory seabirds and shorebirds are the hardy residents of this island.

Please help protect our extraordinary maritime heritage by not disturbing or collecting artefacts from historical sites. Metal Detectors are not permitted.

Geraldton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9964 0901

Geraldton Visitor Centre

(08) 9956 6670

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Time / Duration

1 hour

Length

1.6 kilometres

Fees

No entry fees.

Trail Access

Vessel access from Geraldton, 424 kilometres north of Perth

Trail Start

Eastern side of West Wallabi Island, near Landing

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Trail End

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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).

Please note due to shallow tidal coral flats, a decent tide is required to access the island. Caution advised when climbing from the boat onto the island as there are steep and unstable cliffs (use one of the two access points located on the trailhead).

Take care on land, you will encounter loose rocks with sharp edges and unstable terrain.

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.

·        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 help protect our wildlife by observing from a distance and remain on the trail as seabird burrows if stepped on, are easily destroyed.

More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Apr 20, 8:51pm

25°C

Feels like 25°C

Max 32°

Min 22°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 9.3km/h SW

8-day forecast

Mon

32°

22°

Tue

28°

18°

Wed

34°

22°

Thu

33°

21°

Fri

30°

20°

Sat

28°

21°

Sun

27°

21°

Mon

26°

20°

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