Whale Lookout Walk Trail, Cape Naturaliste Whale Lookout Walk Trail, Cape Naturaliste
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The lookouts on the Whale Lookout trail provide a perfect vantage point for viewing whales from September through November. A shelter at the lookout has interpretive information about the whales which migrate along this coastline.
Out of season, this walk offers magnificent panoramic coastal views, diverse coastal heath and an opportunity to spot birds living in the area.
Bunker Bay Loop
Distance: 3.6km (return) Class: 3
Cape Naturaliste to Sugarloaf Rock Walk
Distance 3.5km Class: 3
Cape Naturalist Track
Distance 4km Class 2
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Time / Duration
1 hour
Length
2.4km return
Trail Start
Cape Naturaliste carpark, at the end of cape Naturaliste Rd, near Dunsborough, 270km (3.5 hours) south of Perth
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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What To Pack
What To Pack
Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
- Full large water bottle per person
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment, and weather conditions.
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Daypack with comfortable shoulder straps
Facilities
The Lighthouse has a small museum that’s free to visit, and the tearooms which are a pleasant place to stop for lunch or a snack.- Cafe
- Car Park
- Coach Parking
- Interpretive Centre
- Kiosk
- Lookouts
- All accessible parking
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- Shop
- All accessible toilet facilities
- View Platform
- Visitor Information Centre
Best time of year
June to early December is whale watching season
Trail Access
by car to the of Cape Naturalist Road, near Dunsborough, 263km (3.5 hours) south of Perth
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