Wanagarren Nature Reserve — Attraction in Wedge Island

Camp Site No. 4 - Simply brilliant. Stayed two nights at this beachside location. Access via a 4WD track. As per the Park notices - it's a genuine 4WD only track. Not overly difficult but your vehicle needs to be capable. The site is atop a dune overlooking the beach, with a sandy slope down from the site directly to the beach.

There's lots of room for a big tent and car - would easily fit two large tents and two cars.

The beach has no rocks - it's all sand. Main wildlife are crabs - big, yellow crabs that burrow round holes into sand just above the high waterline. They come out at night and up the slope to investigate the campsite, leaving beautiful sets of tracks that are easy to see the next day.

Saw tracks for two larger animals. Prints suggest dingoes - one larger than another. We didn't see them but the tracks are all over the beach. There are sandstone rocky cliffs, about 4m high, at either end of the beach. These contain small caves and are well worth a visit.

We encountered a large swarm of bees about 300m north of the site, but reported them to the local Rangers, and it's expected the hive will be dealt with soon (bees covered out site and gear one morning, as the little things searched for any sign of water).

There are interesting translucent pods in water, close to shore. These are apparently a form of algae - but they look like sausage-shaped clear sacks.

As per the Park rules, you must bring your own toilet or you will be asked to leave the camp.

The track to the sites is on Grey Road, which is a short way from the main road heading north. Grey itself is an interesting collection of shacks that have somehow managed to avoid being developed. The bitumen road doesn't make it into the small hamlet. If visiting, note that there are no public facilities in Grey. You'll need to head north to Cervantes or south to Wedge Island or Lancelin.

The site is well worth a visit. Being away from large towns, the evening sky is dark, making satellite or falling-star spotting a joy.

You do have to book, but it's incredibly reasonably priced for such a world-class destination and outlook.

Go see it before WA enters the mainstream, and our beaches are as full as those of the...

Wanagarren National Park in Australia is an absolute hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure. Located in a remote part of Western Australia, this national park offers a rugged and wild experience that is truly unforgettable.

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Wanagarren National Park is a remarkable destination for those who crave the thrill of adventure and appreciate the beauty of untouched wilderness. It's a place where deep ruts in the road are a testament to the ruggedness of the landscape, and where campers can savor the absolute serenity of nature. If you have the means and the spirit of adventure, this hidden gem should be on your list of must-visit places...

Amazing locations and sites. However, more of a winter camping spot? As last time we camped there in winter it was amazing and this time, we stayed one night (meant to stay 2 night) but we got swarmed with bees. It was aweful and so scary! Like it was uncontrollable 1000's bees just at our site. Let alone the people around us at the other sites as well. Definitely not a summer camping spot unfortunately!! Will be contacting them for a refund as it was so uncomfortable and we couldn't even cook breaky before leaving as they were all in charge first thing in the morning. We are going to stay at Sandy Cape tonight as we were all stung multiple times. I agree with another review. They need to put a disclaimer on the website for the bees. Because one of our friends is allergic and she got stung once. So just not great! 😩 But usually an...