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Cockleshell Gully

We recognise and acknowledge Amangu people as the traditional owners of Lesueur National Park.

Wonderful views across Cockleshell Gully in the heart of the park can be enjoyed from the Lesueur Scenic Drive.

No dogs

Park entry fee

Cockleshell Gully
DBCA

About this place

Shaded picnic benches and wheelchair-accessible toilets are provided in a woodland setting toward the end of the Lesueur Scenic Drive.

A short trail leads down into Cockleshell Gully. The first few hundred metres of the walk trail is wheelchair accessible.

The Yued Ponar trail loops through a varied landscape above the Cockleshell Gully Picnic area. It passes through low heath, small sections of wandoo woodlands and winding creek lines with a high diversity of plant life typical of the park. Information along the way gives an insight into the traditional lives and resources of Yued Noongar people through the seasons. The trail climbs steadily, with some steep sections before following the edge of a plateau toward Mount Peron.

A short spur trail leads to the summit where there are sweeping views toward the Indian Ocean and inland across the park toward Mount Lesueur. The trail then traverses 600m to reach the Kada Boodja lookout before returning to the valley floor.

A good level of fitness and bushwalking experience is recommended. More information is available at Trails WA 

No fires are permitted as this park is extremely susceptible to fire.

Back to Lesueur National Park

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!

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Picnic area at Cockleshell Gully
Cockleshell Gully
Bronwyn Wells

Picnic area at Cockleshell Gully

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Bridge at the start of the Yued Ponar Trail
Cockleshell Gully
Bronwyn Wells

Bridge at the start of the Yued Ponar Trail

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Vast array of wildflowers fill the landscape
Cockleshell Gully
DBCA

Facilities

Toilet

Picnic table

Activities

Bushwalking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

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

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Amangu people as the traditional owners of Lesueur National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Lesueur National Park.

Site access

This is designated parking, accessible toilets and hardened paths. Bitumen paths, with a fine blue metal surface link the car park with the picnic area, tables and toilets.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Wheelchair accessible

A unisex accessible toilet is located in the picnic area.

Park office / Contact

Jurien Bay Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9688 6000
jurien@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's Coral Coast
Jurien Bay

Trails

Yued Ponar Trail, Lesueur National Park

Yued Ponar Trail

6km
View this trail

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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    Know before you go

    Get the practical ‘know how’ to adventure into Western Australia’s national parks confidently, responsibly and safely.

    Safety

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    Plan your activity

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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

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    Access friendly places

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