Margaret River Region
The attraction of walking in the Margaret River region
The Margaret River region boasts a lush, green landscape edged by wild Indian Ocean beaches. Located 270km south of Perth, this region is perhaps best known for its world class wineries, craft breweries and gourmet food producers. However, there is also abundant scenic beauty to attract nature lovers and walkers.
The rugged coastline features dramatic sea cliffs, coastal heathlands, sand dunes, surf breaks and pristine white sand beaches. The mighty ocean waves have sculpted various offshore rock formations such as the Canal Rocks and Sugarloaf Rock. The historic lighthouses at Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin offer tours and both serve as important reminders of the dangers of this coastline.
The spectacular Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park also encompasses inland forests, rivers and bushland. The Boranup Forest lies between Margaret River and Augusta and is home to towering Karri trees, some over 50 metres tall.
This region is also renowned for its stunning underground limestone cave system. Lake Cave contains a permanent lake and an extremely unique “suspended table” stalactite formation. Nearby the Jewel Cave displays the longest stalactites in a tourist cave in the world. Mammoth Cave contains ancient mega fauna fossils.
Interested in walking in the Margaret River region?
The Margaret River region offers many day and multi-day walks and there are a number of tour operators offering a variety of walking trips. We can help you choose an operator that best suits your interests and requirements.
One of the best multi-day walks in The Margaret River region is the Cape to Cape Track. Click the button below for a description of the Cape to Cape Track. We can help you to plan and book your Cape to Cape Track adventure (guided or self-guided). We can also assist you with transport, accommodation and travel insurance.
The Cape to Cape Track is just one of several Margaret River Region walks we can tell you about, and help you to plan and book. Click below to learn more.