Sugarloaf Rock — Attraction in Western Australia

Sugarloaf Rock is a gigantic granite rock that emerges from the Indian Ocean. Situated in the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park this is a bird lovers delight, as it is a nesting site for seabirds such as the red-tailed tropicbird.

This magnificent rock is one of the hallmark images of Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year, Christian Fletcher and it has graced the cover of the Australian Geographic magazine.

The bituminised road in is quite narrow and winding with plenty of parking at the end. Then follow the short path to an elevated outlook for the best views.

This towering, sea-sculptured rock, with its ocean side battered by hazardous seas, is separated from the coast by a narrow channel of wild water. Please take care close to shore as lives have been lost here.

I think the greatest sight is when the sun sets over the Indian Ocean and the colour of the rock changes every...

Sugarloaf Rock is a interesting rock formation off the western coast of the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park not far from the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse.

There is a fair sized carpark at the end of Sugarloaf Road, a signed turnoff from Cape Naturaliste Road. You simply follow a short track to the lookout area where you see natural rocky island called Sugarloaf Rock. It is photogenic area worth seeing if planning to drive around the this area of the NP. You'll find walking trails nearby as well if you want to spend more time at...

This gigantic granite rock is along the Cape to Cape Trail and can be easily accessed from the car park. It is just south of Cape Naturaliste. There is a short walk to a lookout to take in the views and if you want to get a little closer there are walking tracks across some light rocky terrain to get down closer. The trails are also great for exploring the rugged coast too. There are toilet facilities at the carpark - always a bonus...