Steep Point - Australia's Most Westerly Point
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Overview
Highlights
Steep Point, the western most point of Australia, is a popular fishing area. It is part of Carrarang Station and salt mining country. See the magnificent Zuytdorp Cliffs which rise to some 170 metres above sea level. Visitors are to bring their own drinking water. Clough Engineering Group has a full time ranger at Steep Point who will collect visitor entry fees from visitors as he finds them during his daily rounds of the camping sites.
Visitors are welcome to holiday at locations on the property, but are subject to the control and the direction of the ranger. Campers will initially be required to take firewood from areas that have not been depleted. It may be necessary to require campers to purchase firewood at the ranger's house to protect existing vegetation. While the property offers a long coastline, there are relatively few popular camping spots which have protection from southerly winds and access to good swimming and fishing waters. Areas away from these overcrowded camping spots such as boat camping spots on Bellefin Prong should continue to be freely available to camp.
Tourists are advised to check for alerts and road/park closures before commencing their travel on www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au
Activities
- Sight-seeing
- Fishing
- Camping
Facilities
- Camping sites (fees apply)
- Car park
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the local visitor information centre for the most up to date information.
- You can purchase the Parks and Wildlife Service’s Holiday and Annual park passes from any Parks and Wildlife office, Monkey Mia shop and the Discovery Centre in Denham. These passes do not cover Monkey Mia entry fees and do not include camping.
- Stay safe and get the most out of your visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements when outside exploring.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- National park fees may apply for national parks in Western Australia. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.
- Entry fees may change at anytime at the discretion of WA Parks and Wildlife Services, check their website for the most up to date information.
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Location & Supplier
Steep Point - Australia's Most Westerly Point
Address: Steep Point, Carrarang WA 6532
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