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Yardie Gorge Trail, Cape Range National Park

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Yardie Creek Trail, Cape Range National Park WA 6707, Cape Range National Park, WA 6707

Description

The Yardie Gorge Trail is a 2-kilometre walking trail located in Cape Range National Park.

It offers stunning views of the ancient Yardie Creek gorge and its surroundings. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of red limestone cliff faces, various bird species, and wildlife such as the rare Black-footed Wallaby, Euros, and Red Kangaroos. The trail also provides panoramic views of the creek and Ningaloo Reef from its highest point.

There are two trails available at Yardie Gorge. The Yardie Nature Walk spans 1.2 kilometres and takes approximately 40 minutes to complete. It offers views of the gorge's vertical red rock walls and overlooks Yardie Creek. Visitors can extend this walk by following the track that leads from the end of the Yardie Nature Walk for an additional 800 metres, which takes about 2 hours to complete.

For those who want a guided experience, the Department of Parks and Wildlife offers Yardie Creek Gorge Tours. These tours run daily and provide a fantastic way to explore the gorge. The Yardie Gorge Trail is rated Grade 4, meaning that it requires some bushwalking experience. The best time to visit the trail is from April to September when the weather is ideal. This makes the trail one of the most popular in the area. Additionally, national park entry fees apply to experience this beautiful trail.

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Parks: National parks

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Yardie Creek Trail, Cape Range National Park WA 6707, Cape Range National Park, WA 6707

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