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Lakeside

We recognise and acknowledge Baiyungu, Thalanyji and Yinigurdira people as the traditional owners of Cape Range National Park.

Lakeside is an ideal spot for snorkelling from the shore.

No dogs

Park entry fee

Lakeside
Johnny Gaskell

About this place

Dive in off the shore and explore the large coral bombies that shelter an abundance of marine life within the Lakeside Sanctuary Zone. Keep an eye out for the anemones swaying in the current, rays and sharks cruising the sand flats or turtles resting under coral.

To access the snorkelling area, walk 500m south along the beach to where you see the Lakeside Sanctuary marker. Continue past the shore sanctuary marker (yellow posts), you will see two in-water sanctuary markers (yellow buoys). Snorkel between the beach and the two in-water sanctuary markers.

For more detailed information about snorkelling Lakeside and other areas in Ningaloo Marine Park visit Milyering Discovery Centre.

Remember that the Lakeside snorkel area lies within a sanctuary zone in Ningaloo Marine Park. Look but don't touch. All marine life in sanctuary zones is protected.

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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!

  • Lakeside can experience strong currents, always assess the conditions before entering the water.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the required level of experience. Never snorkel alone, if in doubt, don’t go out.   
  • Lakeside may be subject to flooding after heavy rain falls or seasonal king tides.

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Five emus walking along the sand near the water
Lakeside
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Coral bombie underwater
Lakeside
Johnny Gaskell

Coral bombie at Lakeside in Ningaloo

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View of clear blue water
Lakeside
Johnny Gaskell

Facilities

Toilet

Picnic table

Activities

Canoeing and kayaking

Fishing

Scuba diving

Snorkelling

Swimming

Plants, wildlife and fungi

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

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Baiyungu, Thalanyji and Yinigurdira people as the traditional owners of Cape Range National Park and adjoining Ningaloo Marine Park. We are proud to be in joint management with the traditional owners to look after these special areas for future generations to enjoy.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Cape Range National Park.

Toilets

Toilets are available.

Park office / Contact

Milyering Discovery Centre

+61 (0)8 99492808
cape.range@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's Coral Coast
Exmouth

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

    Be prepared

    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

    Adventure safety

    Beaches and coastal areas

    Rivers, lakes and lagoons

    Fishing, boating, paddling, snorkelling and diving

    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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    Caring for our parks

    Marine conservation

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