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Yardie Nature Walk, Cape Range National Park Yardie Nature Walk, Cape Range National Park

Bush Walk  in Coral Coast

  • Less than 1 hour
  • 1.2 km
    • Bush Walk Class 1

      All abilities access, flat, even, hardened surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for unassisted wheelchair users and prams. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required.

An easy, well-defined walk along the edge of Yardie Creek in Cape Range National Park. This 1.2km return trail offers stunning views of the creek, gorge, creek mouth and the Ningaloo Reef.

 

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The Yardie Nature Walk is a gentle introduction to the spectacular landscape of Yardie Creek Gorge, located one hour’s drive (2WD) south from Exmouth in Cape Range National Park. This 0.6km trail (1.2km return) is classified as Class 1 and follows a well-maintained path along the edge of the gorge.

The trail offers breathtaking views of the red limestone walls, the tidal creek below, and the vibrant blue of the Ningaloo Reef beyond. It’s a great option for families or those looking for a shorter, more accessible walk with excellent photo opportunities.

Yardie Creek is the only permanent water-filled gorge in the area, with saltwater fed in from the ocean. This unique ecosystem supports mangroves and provides a haven for marine life and birds. Keep an eye out for birdlife and possibly even the elusive black-footed rock wallaby along the cliffs.

 

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

Allow 40 minutes

Length

1.2km return

Trail Start

Yardie Creek car park, Cape Range National Park, 90km (1 hour) drive from Exmouth on a sealed road, which is 1300km (16.5 hours) north of Perth

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Trail End

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Bush Walk

Class 1

All abilities access, flat, even, hardened surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for unassisted wheelchair users and prams. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required.

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Additional information

You can choose to continue onto the Yardie Gorge Trail

This Class 4 (difficult) trail includes Yardie Nature Walk, and then continues up, taking you high above Yardie Creek, offering views over Ningaloo Reef. The trail has steep gradients and rough, uneven surfaces. Take care and stay on the track.

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Hazards & Warnings

Extreme heat can be experienced when walking in Cape Range.
Temperatures can regularly exceed 40°C during the months of
November to March.

• Walk in cooler months or during cooler times of the day.
• Avoid dehydration. Regularly sip water - one litre
per person, per hour. There is no drinking water
on the trail.
• To minimise heat stress, sunburn and injury from
rugged terrain, wear sturdy footwear, a hat,
long-sleeved, loose clothing and apply sunscreen.
• For your safety, do not walk alone. Follow the white markers
and remain on the trail at all times.
• Carry a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) or satellite phone;
it could save your life. Mobile phone coverage is extremely limited.

Biodiversity

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife. 

Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Please leave your pets at home or prevent them from entering this area.

For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.

Facilities

At the main car park there are toilets and a short walk from the carpark you'll find a picnic area under some shady tamarix trees. Yardie Creek campground is nearby.  For camping, bookings need to be made online before your visit at Parkstay WA. These campsites are extemely popular and you can book up to 180 days in advance.

  • Camping
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Car Park
  • Shaded Area
  • Coach Parking
  • All accessible toilet facilities
  • All accessible parking

Best time of year

April to September

Fees

Park entry fees apply for Cape Range National Park

Trail Access

Road (2WD) about 1 hour from Exmouth. Exmouth is just over 1200km north of Perth.

Prohibited Items

No pets, campfires or firearms.

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3 trail goers have rated Yardie Nature Walk, Cape Range National Park as 3.67 out of 5!

We love to hear from people who've been on our Western Australian trails, so it would be most appreciated it if you wanted to leave a review.

Jacey Kraut

Reviewed 26 Jul 2019, 6:27pm

Family of four with master 8 and miss 6. We loved this walk. Once on the gorge walk trail we saw the rock wallabies and gorgeous views. Miss 4 discovered some amazing bugs, perhaps jewel bugs we took our time making little discoveries and took 2 hours. Fantastic.
steve bennett

Reviewed 17 Aug 2016, 8:21am

Excellent short walk, great views of the gorge and out to sea. It was excellent to see that the trail was so well used with families during the school holidays and yet it wasn't overcrowded. This is a must for people visiting Cape Range.
Claire Hearn

Reviewed 22 Apr 2015, 11:43am

I didn't walk it but did paddle. The red rust cliffs on either side are home to a pair of eagles, who must have been fishing somewhere else, and the rare black-footed rock wallaby which I spotted camouflaged in a crevice.
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