Stunning Views and Salty Air at Wilyabrup Sea Cliffs in WA

13/12/2018Cedric & Melody Tang

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13/12/2018Cedric & Melody Tang

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Put things in perspective with a short walk to the Wilyabrup Sea Cliffs. Massive views, a wild ocean and burnt orange cliffs are your reward for finding this slightly hidden gem.

We acknowledge that this adventure is located on Wardandi Nation, the traditional Country of the Wardandi people who have occupied and cared for this land and water for thousands of years. We pay our respects to them as the Traditional Custodians and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

Highlights

Incredible views of the coastline
Coastal bush/farmland walk
Beautiful variety of wildflowers
Opportunity to abseil

The Lowdown

The nondescript Wilyabrup Road branches off Caves Road and heads towards the coast. It winds through droopy peppermint trees and eventually turns into a gravel road. The car park for the cliffs is difficult to recognise on your first visit as the road passes through it without so much as a sign.

You can recognise it by a clearing, and a fence to the left which has a wooden climbing frame to help you get over. On the other side of the fence is a little information sign which should reassure you that you’re on the right track to Wilyabrup Sea Cliffs.

Read more: Remember to leave no trace!

A dirt track winds down through a luscious valley of lilies and then up through farmland. You might have to dodge some giant animal (cow?) droppings on the path, so don’t spend all your time looking up at the sparkling blue line of ocean in the distance! Over one more fence, the final stretch of the walk is through tall coastal shrubs that smell like the sea.

Wilybrup Sea Cliffs

The cliffs themselves are dramatically orange, even more so if you go during sunset. There’s a clear view of the coastline which appears misty with the spray. The waves can be quite wild, and you’re likely to get buffeted by wind. When we visit, we always feel quite reduced and insignificant next to the size of the cliffs and the power of the ocean.

If you fancy a bit more of a walk, we recommend heading down the track that leads you to a lonely beach at the base of the cliffs. But if you want a bit more of a heart-pumping experience, you can abseil down! The famous and beautiful Cape to Cape hike runs on top of the cliffs, if you’re wanting a longer or overnight walk.

Essential Gear

Enclosed shoes
Windproof jacket
Sun protection

Read more: Packing List for a Day Hike

How To Get There

Wilyabrup Sea Cliffs are down the picturesque Wilyabrup Road. Find the turn off on Caves Road between Yallingup and Gracetown.

Skill Level

Beginner: the walk from the carpark to the cliffs is easy, although it does require climbing over 2 fences with the help of a wooden step. Descending to the beach from the cliffs is steep in parts.

Advanced: abseiling or rock climbing is possible at these cliffs.