Extending from Augusta to Harvey, the Margaret River Coast is well known for its vineyards and cellar doors. Experience the wonderful variety of beaches along the coast from sheltered bays and quiet coves to excellent surfing reefs and coastal rock formations. Towns in this region include: Augusta, Australind, Bunbury, Busselton, Cowaramup, Dunsborough, Margaret River and Yallingup. Stay in B&Bs, cottages and guesthouses, hotels, motels and holiday parks, challets, apartments and villas.

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Margaret River – Western Australia

Augusta information and attractions

Located 320km south of Perth on the Blackwood River, Augusta is a peaceful fishing village.
Previously established for the hardwood timber, Augusta is now a fishing port and tourist destination.

Attractions and activities include surfing, swimming and water skiing, fishing, golf and tennis, wineries, horse riding, whale watching and sailing. Explore Cape Leeuin Lighthouse where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet, Blackwood River Cruises and Albany Convict Gaol, Leeuin-Naturaliste National Park, Jewel Cave and Augusta Historical Museum.

Accommodation options for visitors include motels, chalets and cottages, holiday units, B&Bs and guesthouses, lodges, caravan parks and cabins.

Bunbury information and attractions

Located 180km south of Perth on Leschenault Inlet, Bunbury has a temperate climate with beautiful protected beaches.
Previously established as a result of whalers, timber and providing accommodation for gold miners, Bunbury today is an industrial port with a developing tourist industry.

Attractions and activities include swimming, sailing and water skiing, fishing, horse riding and golf. Explore Koombana Bay Dolphin Discovery Centre, Mangrove Boardwalk and Big Swamp Wildlife Park, Bunbury Lighthouse, Malston Hill Lookout, Kings Cottage Museum and Victoria Street cappuccino strip.

Accommodation options for visitors include hotels, resorts and motels, apartments, lodges and B&Bs, backpackers, holiday parks and cabins.

Busselton information and attractions

Located 232km south of Busselton on Geographe Bay, Busselton is a sophisticated resort town.
Previously established for its port, timber, dairy and beef cattle production, Busselton today is a popular tourist area with a number of historical buildings.

Attractions and activities include swimming, snorkelling and sailing, diving, water skiing and wind surfing, boating, golf and tennis. Explore Underwater Observatory, Geographe Bay and the walking trails along Vasse River. Nautical Lady Entertainment Park for family fun, Busselton Scooters to explore town and Geographe Cheese Company for tastings. 2km long Busselton Jetty, Jetty Train and Jetty Museum, The Old Butter Factory Museum, Tuart Forest National Park and Wonnerup House.

Accommodation options for visitors include hotels, resorts and motels, villas, bungalows and apartments, cottages, caravan parks and cabins.

Dunsborough information and attractions

Located 258km south of Perth on Geographe Bay, Dunsborough is a perfect holiday destination with quiet coves and sandy beaches.
Previously established for whaling, Dunsborough today has a thriving tourist industry.

Attractions and activities include fishing, diving and snorkelling, swimming, boating, sailing and kayaking, wind surfing, water skiing and golfing. Explore Leeuin Naturaliste National Park, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, HMAS dive site, Sugarloaf Rock and Meelup and Eagle Bay.

Accommodation options for visitors include hotels, resorts and apartments, motels, chalets and villas, cottages, B&Bs and backpackers.

Harvey information and attractions

Located 140km south of Perth on the Harvey River, Harvey has a unique Italian heritage and is the gateway to the south west wine region.
Previously established as an agricultural area, Harvey further prospered with the introduction of irrigation and today produces fruit, vegetables, wine, cheese and beef.

Attractions and activities include canoeing, fishing and golfing, walking, cycling and 4WD. Explore Binningup Beach popular for reef snorkelling, Stirling Dam walking trails and Leschenault Estuary for crabbing, prawning, fishing, sailing and windsurfing.

Accommodation options for visitors include caravan parks, cabins and cottages, chalets, hotels and motels.

Margaret River information and attractions

Located 277km south of Perth on the banks of the Margaret River, Margaret River is a rich dairy and wine region.
Previously established for its timber, Margaret River today relies on tourism, dairying and timber.

Attractions and activities include boating, excellent surfing and swimming, fishing, bush walking and wineries. Explore Margaret River Chocolate Factory, Margaret River Dairy Company and Eagles Heritage Wildlife Centre, Sunflower Animal Nursery, Bridgefield Heritage Teahouse and Town Square Markets every Sunday, Cave tours, winery tours and berry farms. Visit Cowaramup for art and craft galleries, pottery, woodcrafts, paintings and sculptures.

Accommodation options for visitors include hotels, motels and villas, apartments, chalets and cottages, resorts, holiday units and guesthouses, B&Bs, backpackers and tourist parks.

Yallingup information and attractions

Located 263km south of Perth at the tip of Cape Naturaliste, Yallingup is renowned for its caves and rock formations.
Previously established because of its caves, Yallingup is claimed to be one of the best surfing beaches in Australia.

Attractions and activities include surfing, fishing and bush walking. Explore Caves House, Ngilgi and Canal Rocks, Yallingup Camel Safaris, Smiths Beach for families and Yallingup Beach for excellent surfing, salmon fishing May & June, wine tasting at over 150 vineyards and coastal walking trails.

Accommodation options for visitors include hotels, holiday units and villas, cottages, guesthouses and B&Bs, holiday parks, cabins and resorts.

Contact the Visitor Information Centre at Margaret River (0 8 9780 591) for more information on the Margaret River Coast, WA.