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Rest Point

We recognise and acknowledge Menang people as the Traditional Owners of Walpole-Nornalup National Park.

An historic gazebo at the end of a jetty is a well known landmark at this popular fishing spot and boat launching site, adjacent to a privately operated caravan park.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park
Australia's South West

About this place

Rest Point is a great spot to see Australian pelicans and other waterbirds. Please don’t feed them though as this can alter their natural behaviour and lead to problems.

In 1926, Tom Swarbrick was granted land at Rest Point, on the western shore of Walpole Inlet which is now a marine park. A sawmill was established here and an eight-bedroom guest house was up and running by 1928. The Swarbricks also built timber boats.

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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!

Western Shield - 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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Aerial view of two people kayaking in water near a forest of trees.
Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park
Australia's South West
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birds on the lawn and a fisherman is steadying his boat on a cold misty morning on the bank of the inlet
Rest Point
DBCA
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Aerial view of two kayakers on water.
Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park
Australia's South West

Activities

Fishing

Plants, wildlife and fungi

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

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Menang people as the Traditional Owners of Walpole-Nornalup National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Walpole-Nornalup National Park is free.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Walpole Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9840 0400 

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's South West
Walpole

Park boundaries are approximations only and should not be used for navigation or orientation purposes.

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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