Located almost 600km North of Perth, the Kalbarri National Park in Western Australia features scenic river gorges, coastal cliffs, seasonal wildflowers, and the spectacular skywalk. There are up to 12 different hiking trails, ranging from short and easy 20-minute walks, to 3 to 5 hours hikes. Also, there are multiple scenic lookout points that are easily accessible by cars. There are park entry fees of $17 per standard vehicle (≤12 passengers) and $8 per large vehicle (>12 passengers).
On my visit, I only had a day to explore Kalbarri National Park, so my focus was the quick ones, including Ross Graham Lookout, Hawks Head Lookout, roadside wildflowers tour, Kalbarri Skywalk, and Nature’s Window (plus Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake on the drive back). I drove from one point of interest to another.
On the day before my visit to Kalbarri, I stopped in the lovely coastal town of Geraldton and stayed at Geraldton Backpackers after a long drive from Perth. The passion fruit tree in the hostel was fruiting and we had plenty of sweet and tasty passion fruits free to eat.
Ross Graham Lookout & Hawks Head Lookout (Kalbarri National Park)
Views of the river gorge.
In spring, the colorful wildflowers are abundant along the side of the road in Kalbarri National Park.
Kalbarri Skywalk
P.S. It was raining.
Kalbarri National Park Nature’s Window
The Nature’s Window is a special natural rock in the national park that requires a short 400-meter walk from the car park to see it.
The track starts with a well paved walking track, and some rocky paths near the end which can be slippery when wet.
Wildflowers along the track.
The views at the top.
The famed Nature’s Window rock in Kalbarri National Park.
The natural ‘window’ in the middle gives the viewers a glimpse to the ‘other side’ of the natural landscape.
Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake (Yallabatharra)
While not part of Kalbarri National Park, I visited Hutt Lagoon Pink Lake on my way back toward Perth.
The strawberry-pink color of the lake is caused by algae (Dunaliella Salina) that thrive in the salty lake water. When exposed to sunlight, the algae produce beta-carotene, the vibrant red pigment that is also found in carrots.
Leander Reef Holiday Park (Port Denison)
Since I had a long drive heading to Stirling Range National Park around 400km south of Perth, I stopped by and stayed at Leander Reef Holiday Park. I stayed in a pretty cool and extensively furnished cabin (comes with a washing machine and all kinds of cooking equipment).
*Captain Planet passing by* Remember, please take care of our environment, and please don’t destroy the Nature. Leave no trash behind and take back only photos and memories (and also some trash if you can). Walk on the designated path and stay in the middle as much as you can, so that the exposed soil doesn’t spread/corrode further. BE ONE WITH NATURE *flies away*
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