Yardie Creek Trail — Attraction in Cape Range National Park

We recently completed the Yardie Creek Walk Trail as a family, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience! The trails are well-maintained and offer a perfect blend of scenic beauty and adventure.

The main trail spans approximately 2.5 kilometres and is manageable for most. We spent around 2 hours exploring, which allowed us to take our time and enjoy the stunning surroundings without feeling rushed.

The views throughout the walk are stunning. The red cliffs juxtaposed with the vibrant blue of the creek create a breathtaking backdrop that’s perfect for family photos. As we strolled along the path, we noticed a large tree filled with bats, hanging lazily among the branches. It was a thrilling sight and we were all amused by the noise they made!

One of the highlights of our walk was spotting a rock wallaby hopping across the path we were on. It was such a treat to see this adorable creature up close, and it added a sense of excitement to our adventure. We also spotted an impressive osprey soaring overhead, which led us to a large nest perched on a rocky outcrop nearby.

The trails are well-marked and cater to various fitness levels. We chose a family-friendly route that was manageable for our kids aged 3, 7, and 8. While there were a few challenging sections, we found plenty of spots to take breaks and enjoy the scenery.

There are picnic areas at the trailhead, which made it easy for us to enjoy a packed lunch after our hike. The restrooms were clean and well-maintained, which is...

Highly recommend a trip out to do the Yardie Creek boat tour when in Exmouth. We saw and learnt so many things (that we definately wouldn't have if we only did the Yardie Creek walk). We arrived an hour earlier than our 11am tour so we could walk the trails and see the stunning views from above the creek and out to the ocean. Our active family of 4 adults explored both trails before our tour. The smaller one is very flat and all abilities. The larger trail is a bit tricky and definitely for stable footed people. It does get very hot so take adequate water. Views from down in the creek are spectacular. Paddle boards or kayaks would be fantastic here. On our boat tour we saw rock wallabies (counted 26!), osprey, zebra finches, fruit bats, stingrays and fish. Highly recommend a trip out here and do the boat cruise, it's not just for little kids! $17 daily National Park entry fee Boat ramp, ample parking, large set of...

The trail along this creek, or in fact gorge, is simply stunning. The scenery is breath-taking, and the flocks of noisy cockatoo make it seem as if you were thrown back in time to the Cretaceous. Here, we saw a couple of kangaroos, a mountain wallaby (apparently very rare), lots of cockatoos and galas and ospreys. However, we did see a scorpion as well, so be careful. I would advise reaching the bend of the creek (see pictures), as you can take the typical Cape-Range-National-Park photo there. But the terrain is quite rough; so be careful and prepared. I would advise going early in the day (before going snorkelling or to the beach) so that it can be cooler. But bring plenty of water...