Ledge Point
120km north of Perth
A small commercial rock lobster centre which boasts good fishing and
beautiful beaches for a relaxing holiday. Ledge is the starting point
for the Annual Windsurfing Classic held annually in January.
Lancelin
127km north of Perth
Nestled between a large safe bay with two islands and extensive white
sand dunes, Lancelin is a rock lobster centre with excellent deep
sea bay fishing. Good diving and miles of practically deserted beaches.
Lanceelin is home to internationally acclaimed windsurfing beaches
and is the unofficial extreme sports capital of W.A.
Cervantes
245kms north of Perth
2 1/2 hrs north of Perth, Cervantes - "Gateway to the Pinnacles"
provides essential facilities and accommodation for all travellers.
The Pinnacles, located in the Nambung National Park, are one of Western
Australia's most popular attractions. Cervantes has a number of pristine
beaches, within easy walking distance of the town centre, ideal for
swimming, boating and windsurfing. Fishing is popular at nearby Hangover
Bay and Kangaroo Point. Other attractions include two lookouts, Lake
Thetis Stromatolites and many tour options. For the 4WD enthusiast,
the tracks from Lancelin through the sand dunes make it an adventure
to remember.
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Jurien Bay
266km north of Perth
28km north of Cervantes
Located on a sheltered bay, Jurien offers excellent beach and ocean
recreation. Within the harbour, there are also good bathing beaches
for families. Panoramic views from Molah Hill or Grigson's Lookout
on Indian Ocean Drive. In November there's the blessing of the fleet
and in January the Wind Challenge. Exploring the coast by 4WD, you
can discover secluded coastal hideaways such as Sandy cape and North
Head. North of Jurien Bay are Stockyard Gully Cave (take torches and
explore the caves) and Lesueur National Park (4WD only). With over
900 species of native flora, the park is known as one of the most
wildflower rich areas in the world. Tourist Information Bashford Street,
Jurien Bay WA 6516 Tel: (08) 9652 0800
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Moora
172km north of Perth
Moora is situated on the banks of the Moore River. This area in its
virgin state was a large Salmon gum forest and many of the attractive
trees still remain. Moora has many parks, gardens and heritage buildings.
The Berkshire Vallley Folk Museum is part of a building rated 'A'
by the National Trust of Australia. Watheroo National Park is 50km
north of Moora and accessible from all directions by good gravel road.
It is also the site of Jingamia Cave.
Dandaragan
168km north of Perth
Dandaragan offers an alternative scenic drive to Perth. Step back
in time as you travel past historic buildings such as Aggie's Cottage
and St Anne's Church. Enjoy the view of Marri Trees, wildflowers,
winding creeks and white cockatoos as you meet back up with the Brand
Highway. The Dandaragan Gymkhana and Fair is held in September each
year.
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Badgingarra
205kms north of Perth
53kms east of Cervantes
Badgingarra National Park is home to an abundance of wildflowers,
including many species of kangaroo paws, banksia, verticordia etc.
The Badgingarra Nature Trail begins and finishes west of the Brand
Highway near the Badgingarrra Roadhouse. For those interested in wildflowers,
bushwalking and native fauna, Waddi Farms Resort offer tours and overnight
accommodation and also includes a managerie of farm animals. The Badgingarra
Bush Bonanza is held on the second weekend in August.
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