Trail Type: Bush Walk

Cape to Cape Track

Type: Bush Walk | Region: South West | Difficulty: Moderate

The Cape to Cape Walk Track runs for 135 kilometres along the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge, between the lighthouses of Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin in the far south west of Western Australia.  It features spectacular coastal and forest scenery, a fascinating geology of cliffs, caves, headlands and rock formations and an ever-changing display of vegetation and wildflowers.

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Trail Details

Time and/or Distance

5 - 8 days end-to-end. Trail can be walked in smaller sections including day walks. Distance is 135km

Access to the Trail

Road

Best Time of the Year

September to November

Facilities

Four campsites, with tent areas, pit toilet and water tank. Assisted wheelchair access for first 2.2km of trail.

  • Access with assistance for the Disabled
  • Camping
  • Lookouts

Difficulty

Moderate (moderate level of fitness and experience required)

Easy to difficult depending on section of trail

What to Pack

Maps and Guidebook available. Additional items and preparation required for overnight walks including extra water
Group B items required.

  • 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
  • Spray bottle of methylated spirits to spray boots and tyres in disease risk areas
  • First Aid kit

Hazards

Water crossings. Beaches may be washed out after heavy storms

Prohibited

No pets or fires. Use a fuel stove for cooking

Trail Contact

Friends of the Cape to Cape Track
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Web: http://www.capetocapetrack.com.au

Disclaimer

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Trail Start

Starting Point

Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, 13km from Dunsborough, which is 255km (3 hours) south of Perth

Geo location

-33.537102237416484, 115.01758575439453