Cervantes

Pinnacle Wildflowers: displays of native WA flora, dried flower arrangements, souvenirs. Flowers are visible year-round, but at their peak in Aug and Sept; Bradley Loop. Thirsty Point: lookout has superb views of the bay and Cervantes islands. A trail connects the lookouts between Thirsty Point and Hansen Bay. Popular in wildflower season; off Seville St.

Nambung National Park In the Pinnacles Desert, thousands of limestone pillars rise out of a stark landscape of yellow sand, reaching over 3 m in places. They are the eroded remnants of a bed of limestone, created from sea-shells breaking down into lime-rich sands. See formations like the Indian Chief, Garden Wall and Milk Bottles. The loop drive is one-way and not suitable for caravans. The park allows day visits only; tours departing morning and sunset can be arranged at the visitor centre. 17 km S.Lake Thetis Stromatolites: one of WA's 6 known locations of stromatolites, the oldest living organism on earth; 5 km S. Kangaroo Point: good picnic spot; 9 km S. Hangover Bay: a stunning white sandy beach ideal for swimming, snorkelling, windsurfing and surfing; 13 km S.

Perth 181 km

The Swan River produces many species, including bream, mulloway, herring, tailor, tarwhine, silver trevally, Samson fish and flathead. This is a year- round fishery for the much sought bream. In summer the bream run... Find out more

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Snorkelling and diving around Jurien Bay and Geraldton 21 km

You can snorkel face-to-face with sea-lions in Jurien Bay Marine Park, or join a boat tour to see them up close. Jurien Charters in Jurien Bay also offers diving on rock walls with lionfish, butterflyfish and wrasse.... Find out more

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Cycling on Rottnest Island 172 km

You can hire a bike before you get to Rottnest, and take it on the ferry, or hire on the island at Rottnest Island Bike Hire (located behind the Quokka Arms Hotel). The company has tandems, child seats, trailers and... Find out more

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Kings Park and Botanic Garden 179 km

Arguably the most scenic botanic gardens in the country, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, with its hilltop location, offers great views over the city and beyond, and has plenty of space for picnicking, cycling and walking.... Find out more

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Perth Zoo 180 km

You can certainly while away a few hours at this excellent zoo, which is involved in conservation and has a breeding program for native endangered species, including the western swamp tortoise, Shark Bay mouse and... Find out more

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Diving around Perth 184 km

There are some shore dives in and around Fremantle and Perth, and plenty of great boat dives to Rottnest Island and further afield. Dolphin Dive Fremantle is an eco-accredited dive shop with a large boat, and will rent... Find out more

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Hiking the Bibbulmun Track 189 km

You do not need to dedicate six to eight weeks to walk the superb 965-kilometre Bibbulmun Track in order to enjoy it. There are plenty of places to get on and off the track, so you can stretch the legs for a few hours,... Find out more

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Geraldton Meteorological Office 195 km

For something different, you can learn how modern weather-forecasting works and the measuring instruments involved, in a 40-minute midday tour of the Geraldton Meteorological Office that culminates in the release of one... Find out more

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Sea-kayaking around Rockingham 207 km

Along the coast at Rockingham, less than 45 minutes drive south from Perth, you can kayak to the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park just offshore, which harbours a host of wildlife. There are Australian sea-lions on Seal... Find out more

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Joondalup Country Club & Resort 153 km

Few inland courses in Australia boast such visually sensational holes as you will encounter at Joondalup. This 27-hole layout, a 25-minute drive north of Perth’s CBD, is a unique golfing experience and the... Find out more

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Lake Karrinyup Country Club 166 km

For more than five decades Lake Karrinyup was widely considered one of Australia’s classic courses. It first won national acclaim when it hosted the 1952 Australian Open, won by Norman von Nida. The Open... Find out more

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The Vines Resort & Country Club (Lakes course) 167 km

Few courses in Australia let you walk in the footsteps of the game’s best players simply by booking a tee time and paying your green fee. The Vines, as the stage for such events as the Heineken Classic, Johnnie... Find out more

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The Western Australian Golf Club 172 km

The Western Australian Golf Club is a hidden gem, particularly to visitors from interstate or overseas. Set amid the rolling hills of suburban Yokine, and covering some of the highest points to be found north of... Find out more

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Mt Lawley Golf Club 175 km

Perth was a booming town in the late 1920s, and as more and more people headed west from the eastern states, the demand for golf courses grew. Four of Perth’s finest layouts – Lake Karrinyup, Cottesloe,... Find out more

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Cottesloe Golf Club 177 km

Cottesloe is internationally renowned for its superb beach, backing on to rows of towering Norfolk Island pines and wonderful terraced lawns, an idyllic spot to soak up views of the Indian Ocean. If you were expecting... Find out more

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Araluen Golf Resort 207 km

Steep forest-covered hills above deep valleys are not the ideal landscape on which to create a golf course. But that did not stop the developers of Araluen Golf Resort – in the Roleystone Hills, 45 minutes... Find out more

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The Links Kennedy Bay 217 km

Kennedy Bay has a brief and chequered history. Since opening for play in 1998 this acclaimed links course has been forced to close twice because of financial circumstances involving different owners. The most recent... Find out more

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Secret Harbour Golf Links 222 km

Towering sand dunes covered with thick coastal scrub were the sight that greeted Graham Marsh, former player turned course designer, when he took his first look at the proposed Secret Harbour Golf Links in the early... Find out more

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Meadow Springs Golf & Country Club 231 km

Nearly eight years after American designer Robert Trent Jones Jnr oversaw the final stages of construction on his acclaimed Joondalup layout, he found himself back on the WA coast. This time it was to sign off on... Find out more

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Ronsard Bay Tavern

Experience authentic Australian outback charm at the Ronsard Bay Tavern. Located at the gateway to Pinnacles, the rammed-earth tavern serves fresh food in friendly surroundings. It’s known for serving crayfish when... Find out more

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The Europa Anchor Restaurant

Housed within the Cervantes Pinnacles Motel, the Europa Anchor Restaurant specialises in local seafood, especially rock lobster and dhufish. The restaurant is fully licensed with a range of Western Australian wines, and... Find out more

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The Sandcastle 187 km

The Sandcastle is an up-market option in South Fremantle, with beautiful food, much of which comes from sustainable resources, and organic wines and beers. As well as stocking organic vegetables, grains and meats, the... Find out more

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Mash Brewing Company 171 km

The simply named Mash Brewing Company debuted in April 2006, adding to the significant cluster of craft breweries operating out of the Swan Valley. Inspired by the Little Creatures model, the brewery is positioned... Find out more

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Duckstein Brewery 171 km

Duckstein Brewery actually has two separate breweries and outlets located in both the Swan Valley and Margaret River wine regions. The original 60-litre microbrewery (or should that be microscopic brewery) is one of the... Find out more

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Feral Brewing Company 171 km

Based in the Swan Valley, Feral Brewing produces a range of sometimes challenging beers that are served on tap at their bar/restaurant (and a handful of other outlets), plus their flagship bottled product Feral White,... Find out more

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Elmar's In the Valley 172 km

Having established a successful smallgoods business, German-born couple Elmar and Anette Dieren branched out to establish this sizeable bar, restaurant and beer garden complex, which also includes a microbrewery. While... Find out more

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Sail & Anchor Hotel 185 km

The Australian craft beer movement was kick-started at the Sail & Anchor Hotel in 1984 when the first house-brewed ale flowed there. Phil Sexton and his partners in the Matilda Bay Brewing Company were building the... Find out more

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Little Creatures Brewing 185 km

After dabbling in wine and working as a brewing consultant in the US, craftbeer pioneer Phil Sexton re-surfaced in the local beer scene, along with a couple of other former Matilda Bay Brewing heavyweights, with the... Find out more

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Gage Roads Brewing Company 186 km

Established in 2002 by former Sail & Anchor brewing team Peter Nolin and Bill Hoedemaker, Gage Roads Brewing started producing beer from the Palmyra site in mid-2005. The US-born pair was apparently frustrated that... Find out more

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Billabong Brewing 186 km

Owner Alan Proctor started Billabong Brewing as Western Australia’s first brew-on-premise operation, where homebrewers come to make their own beer and bottle it, using professional equipment. In 2006 Proctor... Find out more

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Swan Brewery 192 km

The Swan Brewery was established in 1857 by early Western Australian settler Frank Sherwood, who had emigrated from England with his family in 1842. Interestingly, he originally set up a school of classics and languages... Find out more

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Jurien Bay Caravan Park 21 km

A haven for anglers, divers, snorkellers, surfers and boaters, Jurien Bay is around 266 km north of Perth. The beaches here are sheltered and pristine, thanks to loads of reefs and offshore islands that protect this part... Find out more

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Pioneer Park 64 km

Basic caravan park facilities are offered here in Dandaragan, a district that boasts lush pastures and golden crops produced by the excellent farming lands, 180 km north of Perth. The characteristic red and white gums... Find out more

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Lake Indoon camping area 70 km

This large, freshwater lake covers 130 ha, with a depth varying from 1.5 m to 5 m, depending on the seasons and rainfall. The lake is on the Brand Hwy, 12 km west of Eneabba. The camping area offers visitors a range of... Find out more

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Shire of Moora Caravan Park 91 km

On the Moore River in the Midlands district, about 180 km north of Perth, the town of Moora is at the centre of a mixed farming area of primarily wheat, wool and cattle. The main attractions here are the wildflowers... Find out more

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Guilderton Caravan Park 103 km

This little coastal town at the mouth of the Moore River, about 100 km north of Perth, stands guard over the wreck of the Dutch ship Gilt Dragon, which foundered on an off-shore reef in 1656. On Dewar St, the caravan... Find out more

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Carnamah Caravan Park 119 km

This small caravan park is on King St, off McPherson Street in Carnamah, a historic little country town with many of its old buildings intact. If you’re into fossicking, you’ll love visiting this area rich in... Find out more

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Ridges campsite 133 km

This small campsite is 16 km from the trackhead at Ghost House Ruins. You’ll need to bring your own water, and a gas/fuel stove is preferred.... Find out more

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Calingiri Caravan Park 148 km

The town of Calingiri is 141 km north-east of Perth. This small park on Cavell St in the town has basic facilities, but the gravel surface is not suitable for tents. Visitors will find it a good base for exploring the... Find out more

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Moitch campsite 148 km

This small campsite is 19.9 km from Ridges campsite on the walk. Bring your own water, and a gas/fuel stove is preferred.... Find out more

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Dalwallinu Caravan Park 156 km

Dalwallinu caravan park is on Dowie St, providing travellers with a good range of facilities and large shady sites. The town is the first stop on the Wildflower Way, a world-famous tourist route. It’s also renowned... Find out more

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Pinnacles Caravan Park

This is a popular beachside holiday park near the Pinnacles. The Lancelin–Cervantes road has still not been constructed and the latest estimate is 2013. Fishing and windsurfing are the most popular pastimes along... Find out more

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Jurien Bay Tourist Park 22 km

This beachside park is in the centre of town, adjoining the jetty. There are good facilities and the park shop has an extensive range of takeaway food. This is a popular fishing area. Bookings are required in peak... Find out more

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Ledge Point Holiday Park 74 km

This is a new park that opened during 2007. It has the latest facilities and will be a great asset to the area. There is an internet cafe and bookings are essential in busy times. A minimum-length stay applies during... Find out more

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Western Flora Caravan Park 98 km

Located 22 km north of Eneabba, time a visit to this park during the wildflower season when more than 300 varieties of stunning flowering plants can be viewed on the property and more than 2000 varieties within 40 km of... Find out more

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Guilderton Caravan Park 103 km

Located in a picturesque setting at the mouth of the Moore River, this popular beachside holiday park is on the water’s edge and has good camping and caravan sites. Amenities are basic and a small shop and cafe are... Find out more

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Dongara Denison Beach Holiday Park 137 km

This smaller park is ideally located on an estuary and you can enjoy a stroll to the busy boat harbour. It has very good amenities and big motorhomes can fit here, although not on the ensuite sites. The park is busy in... Find out more

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Seaspray Beach Holiday Park 139 km

Located on the edge of the water, this park is a good base for a holiday in the town. The owners also operate the adjoining resort, restaurant and fishing charter. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Dalwallinu Caravan Park 156 km

A council park that has been redeveloped in recent years, this is a very neat and tidy place, suitable for tourists for short or longer stays. It is easily accessible from the Great Northern Highway.... Find out more

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Karrinyup Waters Resort 166 km

Just 14 km north of Perth and close to the Mitchell Freeway, this park is just a short distance from the beach. With very good amenities and facilities that include a spa and solar-heated pool, this is a good base for... Find out more

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Perth Vineyards Holiday Park 175 km

Situated in the grape-growing area of the Upper Swan River, about 14 km from the centre of Perth, this quality park has easy access to the main routes north and east. It has grassy and paved sites, some with good shade.... Find out more

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Cervantes Pinnacles Motel

Just a few kilometres from the ancient Pinnacles, the Cervantes Pinnacles Motel offers a choice of comfortable motel rooms, four family suites and deluxe rooms including a kitchenette. The motel is conveniently close to... Find out more

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Pinnacles Caravan Park

With the Pinnacles just a few minutes away, the pristine beachfront Pinnacles Caravan Park is the ideal seaside holiday spot. The self-contained cabins are well appointed, and the camp and caravan park has shady and... Find out more

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Tuart Reserve Park Area 11 km

T/O 51 km S of Eneabba (R) or 23 km N of Badgingarra (L) Small secluded area surrounded by scrub 51 kilometres off the highway via Jurien Road, Munbinea Road and Cervantes Road. Good shade. GPS: S30 25.069 E115... Find out more

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Banksia Reserve Park Area 16 km

T/O 51 km S of Eneabba (R) or 23 km N of Badgingarra (L) Small secluded area located 46 kilometres off the highway in the scrub via Jurien Road, Munbinea Road and Cervantes Road. Limited shade. GPS: S30 23.552 E115... Find out more

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Hakea Reserve Rest Area 26 km

T/O 13 km S of Badgingarra (R) or 62 km N of Regans Ford (L) Small area located just off Bibby Road in the scrub, 14 kilometres west of the highway near the wind farm. GPS: S30 27.613 E115 19.918... Find out more

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Wandoo Reserve Rest Area 34 km

T/O 51 km S of Eneabba (R) or 23 km N of Badgingarra (L) Large area located 16 kilometres west of the highway on Jurien Road. Good shade. GPS: S30 13.454 E115 14.268... Find out more

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Drummonds Reserve Rest Area 35 km

T/O 13 km S of Badgingarra (R) or 62 km N of Regans Ford (L) Secluded area located just off Bibby Road in the scrub, 5 kilometres west of the highway. Good shade. GPS: S30 29.297 E115 26.090... Find out more

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Smoke Bush Reserve Rest Area 37 km

T/O 51 km S of Eneabba (R) or 23 km N of Badgingarra (L) Large area located 10 kilometres west of the highway on Jurien Road. GPS: S30 13.486 E115 17.833  ... Find out more

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Coomaloo Creek Park Area 44 km

51 km S of Eneabba (R) or 23 km N of Badgingarra (L) Large area well off the highway in a pleasant bush setting at the turn-off to Jurien Bay. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S30 13.466 E115 24.020... Find out more

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Regans Ford Park Area 82 km

South of the roadhouse Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S30 59.208 E115 42.307... Find out more

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Information Bay Rest Area 83 km

3 km S of Regans Ford (R) or 45 km N of Gingin (L) Secluded area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S31 00.100 E115 42.585... Find out more

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Nature Trail Rest Area 90 km

11 km S of Regans Ford (R) or 37 km N of Gingin (L) Small secluded area adjacent to the highway in an area prolific with seasonal wildfl owers. Limited shade. GPS: S31 03.848 E115 44.619  ... Find out more

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Twin Hills Rest Area 102 km

49 km S of Dongara (R) or 31 km N of Eneabba (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S29 34.700 E115 08.151... Find out more

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Miling North Rest Area 130 km

76 km N of New Norcia (R) or 42 km S of Dalwallinu (L) Large area just off the highway behind a few trees. Limited shade. GPS: S30 27.862 E116 25.217... Find out more

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Dongara East Rest Area 138 km

T/O 7 km SE of Dongara (L) or 73 km N of Eneabba (R) Large area 1 kilometre east of the highway via Midland Road. Good shade. GPS: S29 15.301 E115 00.819... Find out more

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Bindoon Hill Rest Area 139 km

10 km N of Bindoon (L) or 41 km S of New Norcia (L) Large areas just off the highway on both sides. Good shade. GPS: S31 19.503 E116 09.249... Find out more

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Seven Mile Beach Rest Area 148 km

T/O 55 km S of Geraldton (R) or 10 km N of Dongara (L) Large open area located on the foreshore, 2 kilometres west of the highway. GPS: S29 10.181 E114 53.336... Find out more

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