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Canal Rocks

We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

The remnants of oceanic swells, broken by a massive finger of rock, surge through a network of canals.

Canal Rocks
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About this place

Canal Rocks is essentially an open air museum of the geological features and rocks of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste ridge, which you can experience while surrounded by the powerful forces of wind and water that have helped shape them.

Clamber carefully over the rocks to marvel at the ocean’s power and even walk across one of the canals on a narrow bridge.

The parking area, boat ramp and jetty provide the only facility in the area for the safe launching and retrieval of vessels for recreational users, tourism operators and Volunteer Marine Rescue.

The Aboriginal name for Canal Rocks is Winjee Sam.

Canal Rocks is located in a general use zone of the Ngari Capes Marine Park where fishing is permitted.

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!

Learn more about staying safe while fishing and, for more fishing information, go to Fisheries.

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Aerial view of Canal Rocks
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Sunset over the ocean at Canal Rocks.
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Aerial view of Canal Rocks bridge
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Aerial view of the canal at Canal Rocks.
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Aerial view of the unusual shapes of the granite rocks at Canal Rocks
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Canal Rocks parking area
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Canal Rocks footbridge
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Canal Rocks footbridge

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View from the Canal Rocks footbridge
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Canal Rocks footbridge
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Rock pool at Canal Rocks
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Rock pool at Canal Rocks
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View from Canal Rocks
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Canal Rocks
Canal Rocks
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Facilities

Toilet

Boat ramp

Lookout/Deck

Activities

Boating

Fishing

Snorkelling

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Canal Rocks.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park is free.

Toilets

Toilets are available.

Park office / Contact

Blackwood District (Busselton) Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9752 5555

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's South West
Margaret River

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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    Travelling in remote locations

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    Bushwalking safety

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    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

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