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Yamatji Drive Trail, Greater Geraldton

The 195 kilometre Yamatji Drive Trail takes you to 14 sites of significance to local Aboriginal people living in the Geraldton, Greenough and Mullewa areas.  Natural landscapes, historic places, legends and local people are celebrated along the way.

2WD
Trail difficulty
Easy
  • Length 195km
  • Est. time Multiple day
  • Dog friendly
  • Return
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From the sandy beaches of Champion Bay, the tranquil waters of the Chapman and Greenough Rivers, to the red dirt landscapes of the lower Murchison, the Yamatji Drive Trail encompases history, art and natural beauty.  The trail can be driven in 1-2 days, depending on how long you choose to stay at each site.  Accommodation options are available in Geraldton, Greenough and Mullewa.

Yamatji (or Yamaji) is the name used to collectively identify Aboriginal people from the Midwest, Murchison and Gascoyne regions of Western Australia.  The term Yamatji comes from the Wajarri language and means "man" or "human being".   

More information about the sites visited on the Yamatji Drive Trail can be found in "The Aboriginal History of Geraldton (Jambinu) and Surrounding Areas" by Stan Gratte and Dale Forsyth".  This booklet is available for purchase at the Geraldton Regional Library and the Geraldton Visitor Centre.  This booklet was revised in 2025.

The City of Greater Geraldton respectfully acknowledges the Wilunyu People and the Yamatji People who are the Traditional Owners and First People of the land on which we stand.

We pay respects to the Elders past, present and future for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Wilunyu and Yamatji People.

There are opportunites to explore areas on walk trails including the Greenough River Nature Trail.

Geraldton Visitor Centre

(08) 9956 6670

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Time / Duration

Multi-day experience

Length

195km

Trail Access

2WD to Geraldton, 420km from Perth CBD

Trail Start

The Esplanade, Geraldton

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Trail End

Butterabby (south of Mullewa)

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When to go

March to November

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Hazards & Warnings

Some sites outside the City area may include rough terrain.

Facilities

Wheelchair access is available at some sites along this trail. Please see the trail brochure for further information.

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Camping
  • Car Park
  • Dog Friendly
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Public Toilet
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Today Aug 15, 11:43am

25°C

Feels like 24°C

Max 26°

Min 13°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 4.43km/h NE

8-day forecast

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26°

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Mon

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Tue

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Wed

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Fri

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