Following the coastline of Western Australia’s beautiful South West is the
123km long Cape to Cape Track (C2C). The C2C is an outstandingly scenic
challenging multi-day hike that takes you along the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge
between the lighthouses of Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin. This spectacular
trail features stunning scenery including coastal clifftops and headlands,
caves, blow holes, pristine beaches, waterfalls, rock climbs, karri forest, a
hidden oasis and river mouth crossings plus so much more.

Off The Beaten Track WA will guide you from Cape Naturalist to Cape Leeuwin
for 7 days of hiking bliss along the Cape to Cape track on our all inclusive
Cape to Cape End to End Multi-Day Hike & Camp Experience!

Itinerary:

**Day 1

** Cape Naturaliste – Yallingup 14km

We will depart Perth at 7am with our sights set on the beautiful South West
region of WA. Kicking off your 7 day hiking adventure from the Cape
Naturaliste Lighthouse you will begin your journey gently by following the
boardwalks downhill to Sugar Loaf Rock. The track then takes you up on top of
coastal clifftops then out on to Three Bears Beach before heading up a steep
sand dune and back along the ridge. The final stretch on day 1 will be along
some 4wd tracks that lead to Mt Duckworth Campsite then onto the beach for a
short stint into Yallingup. Day 1 is a nice easy distance which allows you to
adjust to carrying a heavy pack and settle into camp early to rest for a big
day 2 on the track!

**Day 2

** Yallingup – Moses Rock 20km

A 20km today but a very enjoyable section indeed! You’ll start the day by
following the coastline around Smith’s Beach to Canal Rocks then onto Wyadup
and Injidup Beach. The coastline here is superb! The trail takes you on a
short steep scramble up some rocks from Smith’s Beach to Canal Rocks Rd, which
is tough with a heavy pack but a whole heap of fun and probably OTBT’s
favourite part of this day! There is a perfectly situated seat at Injidup
Beach which allows you to take in the coastal views under the shelter of the
Melaleuca trees. Continuing on some undulating 4wd tracks past Cape Clairaut
you will eventually reach a beach section near Quinninup Falls then an
almighty calf burning climb up the escalator sand dune! The climb will be
worth the coastal clifftop views of Moses Rock from the top. Moses Rock
Campsite is set under a canopy of Melaleuca trees and offers an amazing sunset
viewing platform that is not to be missed!

**Day 3

** Moses Rock – Ellensbrook 19.5km

After loading up the packs you will head down, then up, then down, then up
(and so on) along the undulating tracks until you get to the point where
Wilyabrup Brook meets the ocean. After crossing the river mouth you’ll climb
up along the ridge line and through the melaleuca trees until you reach the
star of the day – the Wilyabrup Sea Cliffs! We’ll take a short detour and head
down to the base of the cliffs to admire these ancient craggy cliffs so you
can appreciate just how impressive they are! A wonderfully constructed
staircase then guides you up and onto the

top of the stunning sea cliffs and offers amazing vistas for you to admire.
After passing the cliffs, the Track drops back down onto the beach, passing
the famous, surfing breaks of Gallows and Guillotines. The coast then turns
decidedly rocky as it weaves over picturesque granite boulders and finally
into the pretty hamlet of Gracetown.

After a rest stop at Gracies you’ll begin your afternoon of hiking with your
sights set on Ellensbrook. Leaving Gracetown, you will pass the memorial from
the 1996 limestone cliff collapse where a number of children and adults sadly
lost their lives. Reading the memorial and learning about the tragedy is
really moving. As you head away from Gracetown, you will have entered a
desolate lunar landscape with limestone craters that morph into coastal
scrubland. Before long you reach the Ellensbrook Homestead, which is a
beautiful heritage listed home surrounded by National Park. The Cape to Cape
walk trail leads you to an awesome grotto and the delightful Meekadarbee
Falls. Just up the track is the peppermint tree shaded Ellensbrook – our
favourite campsite on the track!

Day 4

Ellensbrook – Prevelly 10.5km

The funny thing about multi-day hiking is that you almost always start your
day with a big hill! Today is one of those days as you depart Ellensbrook and
head straight uphill. The hill leads you to a narrow windy, undulating dirt
track that takes you through scrubland with a series of switchbacks.
Eventually you will arrive at Joey’s Nose and the beautiful Kilcarnup Beach.
At the end of the beach you follow the sand dunes up through some scrubland to
Horseshoe Bay – my favourite part of the entire Cape to Cape! As you stand on
top of the limestone cliff you will be surrounded by a cove of stunning
coastal cliffs, you can see and hear the waves crashing around the reef and a
small secluded beach down below. It is truly magnificent! Not far to go and
you’ll cross the Margaret River Mouth safely with the help of your OTBT Guide
and from here you are only a short 2 kms away from a hot shower and a free
afternoon to enjoy as you please!

Day 5

Prevelly – Contos 19km

Today you will hike the highlight stretch of the Cape to Cape Track today,
19km in total, beginning at Prevelly Caravan Park and then heading inland to
the beautiful views before heading down the 365 log steps that lead you to a
hidden oasis called Boodjidup Creek and the Frank Mouritz Bridge. Heading
along the track through some sand dunes (watch out for emus through this
section) will lead you to the very sloped, narrow and boggy Red Gate beach!
They say that no 1km of the Cape to Cape is like the last – they sure got that
right! This beach section is about 2kms and sure is a tough one but will warm
you up for the final two days! From Red Gate beach you re-enter the Melaleuca
trees and hike along the ridge until you get to the famous chain! After
climbing down the chain you’ll be greeted by one of the best sections of the
Cape to Cape: the scenic Bobs Hollow and Contos Cliffs. You won’t be short on
stunning views through this section with about 5kms of amazing limestone
clifftops to admire before you reach Contos Campsite – your home for the
night!

Day 6

Contos – Hamelin Bay 21.35km

To your pleasant surprise a downhill section greets you to start day 6
(followed shortly after with a long slow uphill section). It won’t be long
before you are distracted by towering karri trees and find yourself totally
immersed in the Boranup Forest! After a while the karri tree forest morphs
into a peppermint/grass tree forest, the trail turns West and you turn off the
4wd tracks and onto a narrow single track that leads you to Hamelin Bay Beach.
As you reach the beach you’ll be amazed by how pure white the sand is and
crystal clear the waters are – we have some amazing beaches here in WA but
this has got to be the most pristine I had ever seen! You’ll get to enjoy the
beauty of this beach for about 7kms all the way into Hamelin Bay where a hot
shower greets you at the Hamelin Bay Holiday Park.

You are welcome to bring a day pack with you for us to transport to Hamelin
bay so you can enjoy your last day of hiking wearing a lightly loaded day pack
– makes the 25.3km much more enjoyable!

**Day 7

** Hamelin Bay – Cape Leeuwin 25.3km

You’ll likely wake up with mixed feelings about today, you know it’s going to
be a tough day but you’re looking forward to reaching the Cape Leeuwin
Lighthouse but at the same time your journey is almost over, and you won’t
want it to end! As you depart Hamelin Bay you’ll enjoy a small beach section
along Foul Bay before heading up the dunes to a 4wd track. Before long a
narrow trail takes you through peppermint trees along an undulating track that
leads to Foul bay Lighthouse. From the lighthouse it isn’t far to the stunning
Cosy Corner. Cosy Corner is definitely a highlight of the entire track – you
have to navigate along rocky ledges and around blowholes which makes it such
an exciting section! Listening to the sound the waves make against the rocks
underneath you is really awesome and don’t be surprised if you get sea
sprayed! After passing Elephant Rock you’ll find yourself on Deepdene Beach –
the most dreaded 6km section due to the boggy sand. But as you’ll only have
day packs on it will be a breeze and before you know it you are leaving the
beach and climbing up the sand dunes and away from the sound of the waves
crashing.

Narrow single tracks lead you to Skippy Rock and from here there is only 3kms
remaining of your amazing adventure! As you reach Quarry Bay you have one last
small beach section then over some rocks and up to the car park. And there she
is – the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse! You have just hiked 123kms from Cape
Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin – Congratulations!

Tonight you enjoy a celebratory dinner at The Common in Gnarabup Bay!

Day 8 (Arrive back in Perth 2pm)

You’ll enjoy breakfast at the White Elephant Cafe before jumping aboard the
OTBT bus. You'll head home feeling empowered, refreshed with plenty of amazing
memories and stories to tell!

Experience Includes:

7 x days of guided hiking

1 x night twin share accommodation @ Margarets Beach Resort

4 x nights camping fees

2 x nights camping at Cape to Cape campsites

OTBT Overnight Hiking Kit Hire (optional)

Return transport from Perth

1 x fresh lunch from Dunsborough Bakery to kick start your journey

1 x Celebration dinner @ The Common

1 x breakfast at White Elephant Cafe

6 x trail breakfasts (Food Bundle)

6 x trail lunches (Food Bundle)

6 x trail dinners (Food Bundle)

Trail snacks for each day

Information session

Access to all OTBT photographs

50% discount on OTBT Endurance Hikes (training)

OTBT Overnight Hiking Kit

The following kit will be issued for you to use for the multi-day hike (and
returned upon completion):

Hiking poles

Own tent (or shared if preferred)

Sleeping mat

65lt Backpack

Hiking stove with gas

Lightweight pot set

Mug, Bowl, Spoon

Head torch

Water purification tablets

Dry sack for food storage

Dry sack for clean clothes storage

You will be issued with a packing list of other items you will require for
the event such as a sleeping bag, hiking clothes, toiletries etc.

Departing from: Kwinana Train Station 7am

Fitness Level: A medium level of fitness is required for these hikes. You
do not need to have overnight hiking experience, we will guide you through the
packing and preparation and even assist you with some training suggestions.
During the hike, we will be going at a pace where we will enjoy the journey as
well as the destination.

Group Size: To ensure you receive a well supported and enjoyable multi-
day hiking experience, group size is limited to 8 hikers with 2 Guides.

Payment Plans: A deposit of 20% is required to secure your booking. The
full amount is due 90 days before tour departure.

Off The Beaten Track WA provide a trained and experienced Lead Guide for their
hikes, carry two-way communication devices, a personal location beacon and is
a fully licensed, insured and accredited tourism business aiming to provide
hiking experiences with a twist!

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