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Tookulup

We recognise and acknowledge Bibbulman and Minang people as the traditional owners of D'Entrecasteaux National Park.

Soak up the stunning views of the Southern Ocean crashing against the shore from the clifftop at Tookulup.

No dogs

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Tookulup
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About this place

Soak up the stunning views of the Southern Ocean crashing against the shore from the top of the cliff at Tookulup.

Situated on a 100-metre-high limestone cliff, Tookulup is one of the lookouts along D’Entrecasteaux Drive and provides sensational views of the fury of the Southern Ocean. The platform is accessible by wheelchairs. It is also perfect for whale watching in season and you may be lucky enough to spot shoals of salmon and pods of dolphins pass by.

One of the best ways to experience the wildness of this coast is a walk along the towering cliffs. The Cliff Top Walk is an exciting walk winding its way along the cliff top, connecting Tookulup with Point D’Entrecasteaux. Here you can experience the winds roaring across the cliffs, while looking down at the churning Southern Ocean below.

  • Distance: 1.3km one way
  • Time: Allow 1 hour
  • Class: 2-3 Moderately easy

A whale watching platform is set high on the limestone cliff, providing unbeatable views of the southern coastline. The best time for whale watching is September to June.

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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!

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towering rock coastline with coastal heath vegetation and the blue ocean with a misty horizon
Tookulup
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coastal heath growing on limestone cliffs with blue ocean in the background
Tookulup
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Facilities

Toilet

Lookout/Deck

Activities

Bushwalking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

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

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Minang and Bibbulman people as the traditional owners of D'Entrecasteaux National Park.

There is evidence that Noongar people have lived in South-West Australia for over 47,000 years. The oldest archeological evidence at D’Entrecasteaux is dated at 6000 years, although this does not mean it wasn’t occupied early than this. Erosion of sand dunes within the park has revealed numerous stone artifacts, fish traps, quarry sites, mythological and burial sites. The majority of these are located around the Lake Jasper/ Meerup Dunes area, an area of particular archeological and cultural significance to the Noongar people. Artifacts have been found 10 metres below Lake Jasper’s current water levels, indicating a number of major campsites existed here when the lake was a prehistoric forest.

Wandjoo ngaalang kwoba/moorditj boodjar,

Nyoondool djinang ngaalang kwobidak Wardan, balyoongar, bilya, worl wer djinda kada werda ngaalang miya,

Ngaalang koort kalyakoorl nidja.

Welcome to our good/strong country,

You will see our beautiful sea, sand, rivers, sky, and stars across our place,

Our heart always here.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for D'Entrecasteaux National Park.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Wheelchair accessible

A unisex accessible toilet is provided t the Tookalup Lookout.

Park office / Contact

Pemberton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9776 1207
donnellyd@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's South West
Pemberton

Getting there

Tookulup is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Pemberton. It is one of the few places in D’Entrecasteaux National Park which is accessible by sealed road.

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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