About this place
An intriguing mix of plants grow on and near Mount Ragged including orchids, ferns and plants such as the showy banksia that are more typical of coastal locations. The Mount Ragged area is also a terrific spot for birds. Look for purple-crowned lorikeets, yellow-plumed honeyeaters, the shy heath wren and birds such as the mulga parrot and crested bellbird, which are more typical of the drier country.
Mount Ragged Walk Trail
A difficult walk to the top of Tower Peak (594 metres). Mount Ragged is a steep-sided ridge surrounded at about one-third height by a wave-cut platform. The walking trail leaves the Mount Ragged parking area and ascends the range to Mount Ragged (Tower Peak). The Mount Ragged Walk Trail also offers good opportunities for spotting birds. Mount Ragged and its surrounds feature mallee scrub and woodlands, home to mallee fowls, mulga parrots, chestnut quail thrushes, shy heath wrens, purple-gaped honeyeaters, yellow-plumed honeyeaters and crested bellbirds.
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!
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife.
Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Pets are not permitted in this park.
For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.
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Activities
Bushwalking
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Ngatjumay and Wudjari people as the Traditional Owners of Cape Arid National Park.
