List of Bushwalks in Cape Arid National Park

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Map of bushwalks in Cape Arid National Park

List of bushwalks in Cape Arid National Park

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Hill Springs

530 m return

9 min to 20 min

9 min to 20 min

Starting from the dirt car park in Cape Arid National Park, this walk takes you on a stroll, visiting the ruins of the historic Hill Springs. It is a historically informative walk and also provides panoramic views. Hill Springs belonged to John Baesjou and his family until 1910. The trail also visits the grave of William Ponton, John's uncle. Additionally, it offers visitors open views over the Recherche Archipelago and behind Mt Arid. There are no marks along the path, but the vegetation is cleared for a better walking experience. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Len Otte Nature Trail

2.8 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Len Otte Nature Trail

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Starting from the dirt car park in Cape Arid National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit, offering views of coastal heathland to Thomas River and Yokinup Bay. There are a number of important plant species in the area, including yellow hibbertia, scarlet honey myrtle and the golden southern plains banksia. The trail was introduced by Len Otte, the first ranger to be a resident in the park. After his sudden death, it was decided that the path was named after him as a tribute to his achievements. The walk texture includes natural pavements, granite and gravel in different sections. There are certain moderately hilly sections. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Tagon Coastal Trail

14.5 km return

4 h to 6 h 30 min

Tagon Coastal Trail

4 h to 6 h 30 min

Starting from Thomas River Campground, Cape Arid National Park, this walk takes you to Tagon beach and back, visiting Dolphin Cove and Little Tagon Bay along the way. The trail varies between a coastal heath and rocky headlands, with excellent views of the ocean. It is possible to spot different kinds of birds, including Hooded Plovers, Crested Terns and Oyster Catchers. You can also spot migratory whales between July and October. The texture of the walk traverses between natural pavements made up of rock materials such as granite, gravel and beach sand. Some parts may be flooded after heavy rain, and there are occasional steep sections. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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