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South Cave

600 m return

10 min to 15 min

10 min to 15 min

Starting from the car park at Burgess Cove off Rocky Cape Road, Rocky Cape National Park, this walk takes you past South Cave. This short and easy walk leads to a large sea cave formed in the quartzite cliffs at Rocky Cape, with superb coastal views towards Table Cape and Sisters Beach. South Cave was the first cave in the area to be used as an Aboriginal shelter and is filled with shells, bones, ancient stone tools and other artifacts resulting from thousands of years of occupation. Visitors aren't allowed to enter, but there's a viewing platform with interpretive signage and great views of the cave. You can also follow the trail beyond the cave down to a beautiful secluded cove, which is a good spot for picnicking, swimming and fishing. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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North Cave and Lighthouse

1.5 km return

15 min to 30 min

North Cave and Lighthouse

15 min to 30 min

Starting from the end of Rocky Cape Road, Rocky Cape National Park, this walk takes you to Rocky Cape Lighthouse and North Cave. Enjoy a short and easy walk that winds through coastal heathlands towards North Cave, which was once an Aboriginal shelter. Visitors are not allowed to enter, but a nearby viewing platform offers excellent views of the cave and the bay, with interpretive signage explaining the history of the area. You can also walk down to Cave Bay, which is a good spot for picnicking, swimming and fishing. After returning to the car park, you can continue to the lighthouse for spectacular views towards Stanley and Table Cape. Some sections of trail may be overgrown, so long sleeves and pants are recommended to avoid getting scratched. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Banksia Grove and Caves Circuit

1.8 km circuit

45 min to 1 h

Banksia Grove and Caves Circuit

Starting from the car park at the end of Irby Boulevard, Sisters Beach, this walk takes you past Banksia Grove, Lee-Archer Cave and Wet Cave. Enjoy Rocky Cape's natural and cultural attractions on this walk that takes in sea caves, white sand beaches, beautiful coastal views and fascinating Aboriginal sites. The trail passes through a stand of saw-toothed banksias before reaching Lee-Archer Cave, an ancient Aboriginal shelter located above the rocky shore. Entering the cave isn't allowed, but there's a viewing platform at the front with an excellent interpretive panel. You'll also pass Wet Cave, where entrance is permitted, but a flashlight is recommended as the interior is dark. The trail is steep and rough in places and involves some rock-hopping towards the end, but is well worth the effort. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Coastal Route

8.8 km oneway

3 h to 4 h

Starting from the car park on Rocky Cape Road, Rocky Cape National Park, this walk takes you over Cathedral Hill towards Cathedral Rocks and along the coast past Anniversary Bay to Sisters Beach. Experience the wild coastline of Rocky Cape on this challenging walk that winds over heath-covered hills and along rocky shorelines, passing sandy beaches, secluded bays and sea caves. The walk can be extended with side trips to Cathedral Rocks, Doone Falls and Lee-Archer Cave. You can leave a car at either end, arrange a lift from the finishing point or return via the same route. The coastal section has limited signage and is best done at low tide. Sturdy footwear is essential, and a walking stick is helpful for navigating the jagged rocks along the shoreline. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Inland Track

10.2 km oneway

3 h to 4 h

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Starting from the car park on Rocky Cape Road, Rocky Cape National Park, this walk takes you over the Cathedral, Saddleback and Sisters hills, past the Tinkers and Spicers lookouts and down to Sisters Beach. This scenic walk winds its way inland across the park over gentle heath-covered hills, revealing stunning coastal views before reaching the beach. The track is a mix of sand, pebbles and dirt, with some sections that may be steep, rocky, wet or overgrown. The walk can be extended with side trips to Doone Falls, Broadview Hill and Anniversary Bay. You can leave a car at either end, arrange a lift from the finishing point or return via the same route. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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