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Chocolate? Chilli? Are we talking about beer???
robertgaz Says: The Wicked Ale Brewery is a micro-brewery with a difference. Try their Chilli Beer, Bad Frog Citrus Beer, Wheat Beer, Mama's Ginger Beer, Passionfruit Beer, Mango Madness or their Scream'n Cream'n .Although I haven't personally imbibed in any of the Wicked Ale beers, I...
robertgaz Says: Sugarloaf Rock is an impressive rock formation that dominates the coastline and it is a short scenic drive from Yallingup.
robertgaz Says: October each year offers magnificent wildflower scenery when the entire cape region bursts into flower. It is also the best time for whale watching.
robertgaz Says: I don't have any specific accommodation recommendations for you as there is a wide variety of options around these parts. But do keep in mind that many places are heavily booked during school holidays and long weekends. Book in advance where possible.See the attached link to...
Yallingup Beach Resort: Great beach location!
doug1959 Says: This is a self-contained holiday beach house in Yallingup, in the northern part of the Margaret River wine region. It sleeps 6-8 people, has living room, TV, showers/toilet, backyard, washing machine. So all in all, a self-service house with al the usual facilities. The...
stretchdenim Says: We stay at a place in Yallingup called Spookwood. It's a private house that's rented out to visitors. Located on three acres of parkland with heaps of kangaroos and beautiful scenery. Visit spookwood.com for more details. Highly recommended. Great views. Lots of kangaroos...
doug1959 Says: This was a great find. The host, Franco, is a very genial bloke and the food was great. Local seafood was as fresh as ever, and the pasta is made on the premises. Try the baked seafood pasta...just wonderful. Local wines and fully stocked bar available at good prices. Good...
Wicked Ale Brewery: More beer, more beer ,more beer, more beer
JAS2 Says: The Beer is really wicked !Light snacks available 11am - 5pm Chilli BeerOff The Rail Australian AleBad Frog Citrus BeerChocolate BeerWheat BeerMammas Ginger BeerPassionfruit Beer
This is not a place to wait on the street and hail down a cab. Best is to rent a car from Perth or Maraget River. There are also winery tours you can book, that will pick you up, take you to a few wineries and drive you back.
Written Dec 29, 2008
Margaret River town: Country town life.
doug1959 Says: Take a trip to the town of Margaret River, about 5kms east from Caves Road at the Prevelly Park turn-off. A main street of many delightful shops, from local arts and crafts, food, surfing shops, and the Settlers Tavern for the well earned cold beer. Lots of good things that...
The Olive Pit: Olives, Olives, Olives
JAS2 Says: The Olive Pit is located in the heart of a tranquil olive grove. Explains the history of the olive and how it is grown in the region. Olives, Lotions, Soaps, Oils, Crafts.
Helpfulness
Stay on established paths.
Use only fuel stoves at bush campsites.
Where there are no toilets, bury toilet waste more than 150mm deep and at least 100m from any water supply.
Clean, crush and carry out all rubbish.
Respect private porperty by not straying onto land adjacent to the National Park.
Be courteous to other track users and be prepared to assist if required.
Enjoy the wildflowers but don't pick them.
Report any damage to the Department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM), Busselton Office.
Updated Aug 24, 2006
Phone: CALM 08-9752 1677
Do not turn your back on the sea!
robertgaz Says: The Indian Ocean along the South West Cape region can be very treacherous and many unsuspecting visitors have been swept out to sea by a sudden large wave.The areas to avoid along this coastline are on the rocks because in a large swell these are made slippery and it is easy...
Best not to look here if you don't like snakes...
robertgaz Says: The dugite is an olive green to brown coloured snake with an average length of around 1.5 metres. They are quite common around the South West of WA and are venomous but bites are rarely fatal to humans. If you treat them with respect and leave them well alone they will most...
robertgaz Says: Walk with at least 2 other people where possible.Carry at least 2 litres of drinking water per person per day.Take appropriate clothing (hat, waterproof) as weather conditions can change rapidly.Tell someone where you are going.Take care when swimming because many beaches...
Helpfulness
Luggage and bags: Take a small back pack for personal items.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Hat & waterproof jacket. The weather can change quickly.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Insect repellent, first aid kit.
Photo Equipment: Don't forget the camera with spare film or extra memory card.
Miscellaneous: Carry 2 litres per person per day.
Updated Aug 24, 2006
Phone: 08-9755 2144 - Yallingup Ranger
robertgaz Says: Migrating whales can be spotted around the Cape Naturaliste region for about 6 months of each year. They pass this way around April on their way to warmer northern waters to meet and greet and again in October on their way down to Antarctica where they feed in the plankton...
robertgaz Says: If you have the time and the inclination you can walk from Cape Naturaliste in the north to Cape Leeuwin in the south. It passes through some of the most rugged coastal scenery and magical pockets of karri forest to be found anywhere.The Cape to Cape Walk Track is not just...
Helpfulness
Favorite thing: Please click on the link for a map to help find your way around Yallingup
Written Jul 19, 2006
Cape Naturaliste is at the northern tip of the South West peninsula and was named after the French corvette "Naturaliste" which, in 1801, together with the "Geographe", explored and mapped much of the...
Canal Rocks, Yallingup, Caves.
The attractions of this area are many. In this instance a very unusual collection of coastal geology which makes up the name of this little spot - "Canal Rocks ".
Yallingup is famous for it's surfing beach.
My claim to fame in Yallingup is that I got dumped by a big wave....only I was not surfing. I was trying to stop my over-eager young son (who had only just learned to swim and had not stopped to read...
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