The track will receive improvements to the walking surface and infrastructure, improved drainage and rehabilitation of eroded areas. Improvements to the track will be undertaken in priority areas based on visitor use, visitor safety and environmental and cultural heritage considerations. The most used sections of track include Cape Naturaliste to Sugarloaf Rock, Smiths Beach to Injidup Beach, Moses Rock to Quinninup Falls and Redgate to Conto Campground and are included as part of the upgrades.

The track will undergo a major realignment near Quarry Bay at the southern end of the track as well as several other minor realignments along the rest of the track. The aim is to improve the tracks overall experience and sustainability, this is achieved by realignment of steep areas, managing issues with erosion, installing drainage, steps and crossings and avoiding natural and culturally sensitive areas.

The visitor information and signage upgrades will include changes both in the park and online. Visitors can expect to see updated signage throughout the park with better wayfinding to and between recreation sites and interpretation added to significant locations.

The Cape to Cape Track signage at Cape Leeuwin and Cape Naturaliste Lighthouses will be replaced with a modern noteworthy design, representing the achievement and the challenge while creating a photo opportunity for hikers. Trail marking along the track will improve to assist hikers with navigation and additional trailheads will be installed at key sites where the track intersects.

In the digital space there will be a new park visitor guide, which, when available can be downloaded from Explore Parks WA. The Cape to Cape Track website will be redeveloped with a fresh design to provide easier navigation and improved information about the track and the park.

Rabbit Hill lookout upgrade 

Construction of a new lookout, seating and access pathways at Rabbit Hills was completed in July 2024. The new infrastructure was purposefully designed to provide open views to the coast, accessible facilities and complement the surrounding coastal setting.

Aboriginal heritage and flora and fauna surveys were undertaken to ensure no adverse environmental or cultural impacts occurred during construction activities. Protection of the natural environment was paramount importance. All existing trees on site were retained and protected from damage.

Essential upgrade works will be commencing on the Cape to Cape Track with the first section of works between Cape Naturaliste and Sugarloaf Rock from August to September 2024. These improvements are part of our ongoing commitment to enhance the safety and enjoyment of this iconic track.

During this period, diversions will be in place to ensure the safety of walkers. Ongoing improvement works will continue along the track until March 2025, please visit Park Alerts to stay up to date with diversions and/or closures. We kindly ask all trail users to exercise caution and follow the designated detours and track signage.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

Will I still have access to Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park during the upgrades?

The park will remain open to the public during the upgrades, however individual sites may be closed temporarily until works are complete.

Diversions will be put in place along the Cape to Cape Track during works so hikers can still enjoy the full extent of the track. Find out about closures and diversions online at Park Alerts.

Major upgrades for WA's most visited park

Blackwood District
14 Queen Street BUSSELTON 6280
Phone (08) 9752 5555
Email blackwood@dbca.wa.gov.au