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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

Western Australia  >  Australia

Spectacular Cape Leeuwin holds an interesting history and is one of the more reliable locations for Southern Emuwren and Rock Parrot.

Added* by Anonymous eBirder
Most recent update 27 Eylül 2025

Description

Spectacular Cape Leeuwin holds an interesting history and is one of the more reliable locations for Southern Emuwren and Rock Parrot.

The site is also good for sea-watching during winter gales - regulars include Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross and Shy Albatross.

Details

Access

From Augusta, head south on Leeuwin Road for 9 km to arrive at the Lighthouse parking area. Press P on the map to access Google mapping.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Sea

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

There is a $7.50 entry fee to access the Lighthouse precinct grounds. The entry gate is situated at the carpark - see P & W link for further info.

A telescope is only useful if sea-watching.

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