About this place
Cape Naturaliste is the northernmost point of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge and separates the relatively sheltered waters of Geographe Bay from the southern Indian Ocean.
The 20m high lighthouse stands on a 100m bluff overlooking Geographe Bay. It was built in 1903 using limestone carted by bullock wagon from a quarry about 1.5km away. The three original keepers’ quarters are still standing.
The lighthouse is now an automatic operation, with its white beam visible for 26 nautical miles (48km), flashing twice every 10 seconds.
Take a guided tour to the top of the lighthouse or explore the Lightkeepers' Museum at your own pace, with interactive displays suitable for all ages. An accessible boardwalk surrounds the base of the lighthouse, providing scenic coastal views. View opening hours and fees at the Capes Foundation.
Around the cape there is the Cape Naturaliste Walk Trail network, each trail providing a unique bushwalking experience. The spectacular Class 4 (difficult), 130km Cape to Cape Track also starts from the carpark. The first 3.4km (one way) to Sugarloaf Rock is Class 2 (easy), which is suitable for assisted wheelchairs, and prams.
It incorporates more than 1km of timber boardwalk. Seats are provided along the trail. Access this track at easy drop off points in parking areas at either the northern end by the lighthouse or at Sugarloaf Rock.
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!
Gallery
Facilities
Toilet
Picnic table
Lookout/Deck
Activities
Bushwalking
Overnight hiking
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Wardandi people as the Traditional Owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.
