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William Bay Trail


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Trail Start
Get directionsGreens Pool carpark, William Bay National Park, Denmark
Trail End
Get directionsWaterfall Beach, Denmark
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Learn moreAbout William Bay Trail
The views over Elephant Rocks and both ways along one of the states most magnificent coastlines are the major draw of this trail. A well-deserved ocean plunge is waiting for you at either end.
A low gradient and compacted surface on the first 200m of this 2.6km trail allows bikes, wheelchairs, adaptive bikes, and pushers to easily reach the inspiring lookout over Elephant Rocks.
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Time / Duration
1.5 hours return walking, 20 minutes return cycling
Length
2.6km one way
What To Pack
Group B (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.
What To Pack
Group B (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
- Minimum 2 litres of water per person per day
- Sturdy shoes
- Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Map or guide book where suggested
- Snacks and/or lunch depending on length of trail
- Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions including a water/windproof jacket
- First Aid kit
Bush Walk
Grade 1
No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km.
Mountain Bike
Easy
Likely to be a combination of fire road or wide single track with a gentle gradient, smooth surface and relatively free of unavoidable obstacles. Short sections may exceed these criteria. Frequent encounters are likely with walkers, runners, horse riders and other cyclists. Suitable for beginner/novice mountain bikers in good health with basic mountain bike
skills and using off-road bikes.
Trail Bike
Easy
Rider may encounter narrow, loose, soft, rocky or slippery sections and hills with short steep sections. Recommended for riders of intermediate skill level.
Hazards & Warnings
Check weather forecast, take plenty of water to avoid dehydration.Facilities
Access for adaptive bikes, wheelchairs and pushers limited to the first 200m.- Access with assistance for the Disabled
- Access without assistance for the Disabled
- Bicycle Path
- Car Park
- Lookouts
- View Platform
Best time of year
The trail is accessible all year round as it is a hard surface. The best time for walking is during the cooler months between March - September.
Fees
Trail Access
2WD. 18km from Denmark. Off South Coast Highway, travel along William Bay Rd to Greens Pool car park.
Prohibited Items
No pets

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