Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse — Attraction in Naturaliste

Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, WA, is promoted as a destination offering breathtaking views, but I found this claim somewhat overstated during my visit today. While the lighthouse itself is undeniably charming and well-maintained, the surrounding views from ground level didn’t live up to the hype.

The landscape consists mainly of bushland stretching endlessly towards the ocean, which, while serene, didn’t strike me as particularly unique or awe-inspiring. It’s clear that the advertised views might refer to the vantage point from the top of the lighthouse, but as the lighthouse remains locked, I wasn’t able to access this perspective. This limitation left me wondering what exactly makes the views remarkable.

That said, the experience wasn’t without merit. The entry fee of $6 is reasonable, and the lighthouse itself is a piece of history worth admiring. Its architecture and the peaceful atmosphere make it a pleasant stop.

While it may not be a standout for panoramic vistas from the ground, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse is still a worthwhile visit for history enthusiasts or those seeking a quiet spot to appreciate the heritage of the area. However, if sweeping views are your main priority, you might leave feeling...

We recently visited Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and really enjoyed our time exploring the grounds and the small museum. The entrance fee was reasonable, providing access to the lighthouse area, museum, and some great views. The museum was interesting and had several interactive exhibits which the kids loved, making it a family-friendly stop.

One thing we found a bit odd was that there wasn’t a map of the lighthouse buildings itself in the museum—just a general map of the broader South West region, which would have been more useful if it focused on the lighthouse buildings layout.

While we didn’t spot any whales from the main viewing areas, we took the public track just outside the enclosed lighthouse grounds. Walking closer to the shore, we were lucky enough to see a whale and possibly dolphins or even another whale—hard to say from a distance, but it was a fantastic surprise!

Overall, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse is definitely worth a visit, whether you’re interested in maritime history, want to let the kids enjoy some hands-on exhibits, or just love a scenic hike in nature. The views alone make it a great stop, and with a bit of luck, you might even spot some...

Cape Naturaliste Cape Naturaliste, which is the northernmost point of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge and separates the relatively sheltered waters of Geographe Bay from the southern Indian Ocean. There is also a lighthouse there (yes, another one!) and it stands on a 100m bluff overlooking Geographe Bay. At 20m high, the lighthouse was built in 1903, with limestone carted by bullock wagon from a quarry about 1.5 km away. The three original keepers’ quarters are still standing, and we took ourselves off for a wander, followed by a cuppa and cake in the tea rooms there called The Goose Beach Bar. We drove down the road a little way and first on the left was a beach entrance – Bunker Bay. No, it wasn’t pure white sand which is what we had been used to, but it was deserted, sandy and the sea – the Indian Ocean – was fairly warm – oh and I should just mention here that I looked up from reading my Kindle to point out to the hubby that there was a dolphin right in close to the edge of the shore, just lazily popping up and down not far from me – right time and right place...