About this park
This park has several natural wonders created by the wind and the pounding waves of the Southern Ocean. You'll be blown away (but not literally!) at the views from the state-of-the-art platforms at The Gap and Natural Bridge. They are safe and accessible. There are lots of places to see and things to do such as walking, sightseeing, photography, beach fishing and surfing.
During the winter months you may be lucky to see migrating whales from the cliffs. This area has a long whaling history and a trip to the whaling museum at the old whaling station is fascinating.
Review Amazingly beautiful coastline
There are so many interesting places to visit in this national park, take the time to seek them all out. 382albert - Trip Advisor
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about bushwalking, surfing and fishing. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
- The Torndirrup coast has a notorious record for accidents and deaths due to people slipping or being washed into the ocean by large waves, gusting winds or extra-large swells. Please exercise extreme caution and don't risk being the next victim.
- If you are going fishing you are advised to wear a Personal Flotation Device or life vest. Rock fishing is extremely dangerous on this coastline and is not recommended. Consider beach fishing – it is much safer.
- Always be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to visitor risk warning signs. Hazard warning signs are placed there for your protection and safety.
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Smartreka maps
Smartreka Maps, by WA Parks Foundation, make it easier for you to navigate your way around some of Western Australia's national parks.
Before you go, download free, geo-referenced maps of Torndirrup National Park to your mobile device and locate yourself in the park without the internet. Download the Avenza Maps app from the App Store or Google Play.
Torndirrup National Park upgrades
Have you seen Torndirrup National Park lately? It's had a glow up!
The Gap and Natural Bridge have reopened, and the park is now more accessible, welcoming, and family-friendly than ever before. Works include:
- Carpark expansions and road upgrades at The Gap, Bald Head, Misery Beach and Stony Hill including an extra 76 parking bays, nine long-vehicle bays and five accessible bays.
- New picnic facilities and interpretation panels at Bald Head (Doggerdirrup Walk Trail), Misery Beach (Ngayiny-ngayiny) and Stony Hill (Kadadjini).
- Track surface upgrades along the length of the 13km return Bald Head Trail, including minor realignments.
- New accessible toilet facility at Bald Head to cater to hikers and visitors to the area.
- New visitor facilities at Misery Beach including a viewing deck and seating for spectacular views over King George Sound, and staircase access to the beach via a link path from the parking area.
- Upgraded Stony Hill’s 500-metre walk trail loop and a new 72-metre all-access concrete walkway for 360-degree views over the park and ocean.
Works for a new toilet at the Gap and Natural Bridge are due to start February 2025.
Activities
Bushwalking
Fishing
Surfing
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded in Torndirrup National Park.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Menang people as the Traditional Owners of Torndirrup National Park.
