Cape Range National Park
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Overview
Highlights
Situated on the west side of Exmouth’s North West Cape is the Cape Range National Park, a spectacular landscape of rugged limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons and 60 kilometres of pristine beaches. The Cape Range National Park covers some 50,581 hectares, with its northern boundary just 36 kilometres from the Exmouth township. Wildlife is abundant throughout the Cape Range National Park, with emus, echidnas, lizards, wallabies, kangaroos, dingoes and a variety of birds commonly sighted.
In ancient times the Cape Range was an isolated island as rising sea levels inundated lower lying areas. As a result of this geographic isolation, there are several species of plants and animals entirely endemic to the area, including the white centred variety of the Sturt’s desert pea and the beautiful green bird flower.
Visit Milyering Discovery Centre, camp by the shores of the Ningaloo Reef, walk the hiking trails, take a cruise up Yardie Creek Gorge to spot the rare black-footed rock wallabies, or check out the spectacular canyon views of Charles Knife and Shothole Canyons. The Cape Range National Park is a nature lovers paradise! Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au
Activities
- Camping
- Boating
- Water sports - snorkelling, swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding
- Sight-seeing
- Hiking / walking
- Bird-watching
- Four-wheel driving
- Fishing
Facilities
- Camping grounds
- Boating facilities
- Walking trails
- Lookouts
- Picnic areas
- Milyering Discovery Centre
- Car and coach parking
- Toilets
- Public telephone
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the local visitor information centre for the most up to date information.
- Caution should be taken when bushwalking in the canyon areas as walls are steep and can be dangerous due to loose surfaces.
- Cave areas are unsafe due to oxygen deficiency - for your own safety please remain on existing walking trails.
- Avoid walking in the middle of the day and always carry water.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements when outside exploring.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- National park fees may apply for national parks in Western Australia. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
- Entry fees may change at anytime at the discretion of WA Parks and Wildlife Services, check their website for the most up to date information.
Photo credits: WA Parks and Wildlife Service & Ningaloo Visitor Centre
Content credits: Ningaloo Visitor Centre, WA Parks and Wildlife Service & Aussie Bucket List®
Location & Supplier
Cape Range National Park
Address: Cape Range National Park, Yardie Creek Rd, Cape Range National Park WA 6707
Website: https://www.ningaloocentre.com.au/visitor-centre/things-to-do-see/cape-range-national-park.aspx
