Meelup Reserve Trail
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This coastal walk weaves along the tranquil waters of Geographe Bay from Dunsborough to Meelup. Highlights include whale watching lookouts, various ecosystems, small bay communities and some of the best beaches in Western Australia.
Trail Details
Time and/or Distance
Time depends on length and section of trail chosen. Distance is 7.4km one way or 14.8km return. Multiple access points, trail can be walked in smaller sections.
Access to the Trail
Road or bus
Facilities
Wheelchair accessible from Meelup to next car park
- Lookouts
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
Difficulty
Moderate (moderate level of fitness and experience required)
What to Pack
Trail map is included in the 'Cape to Cape' guidebook available from the visitor centre
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
Sections of trail with steep cliffs and unpatrolled beaches. Beware of snakes in summer – December to February
Prohibited
no pets
Trail Contact
Dunsborough Visitor Information Centre
Tel: +61 (0)8 9752 1288
Disclaimer
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Trail Start
Starting Point
Old Dunsborough, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, 255km (2.5 - 3 hours) south of Perth
Geo location
-33.613332677257105, 115.11131286621094Do you have a product or service related to this trail?
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