Best trails in Dirk Hartog Island National Park

A fantastic 4WD track exploring a section of the sensational Dirk Hartog Island, located off the mid-coast of WA and within the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. The route commences from the Dirk Hartog Island Homestead Camp Grounds on the east side of the isle and heads through beautiful dense forest to the west. The island is characterised by its dramatic and beautiful natural scenery featuring wild coastal cliffs, pristine beaches, and huge crashing waves. For you and your vehicle to...

Experience WA's largest island within the magnificent Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Dirk Hartog Island, covering 63,000 hectares, is Western Australia's largest island. Forming a protective barrier to the shallow waters of Shark Bay, the island is 76 kilometres long and between three and 11 kilometres wide. As the site of the first recorded European landing in Western Australia, Dirk Hartog Island holds a pre-eminent place in Australian history. It is named after the Dutch sea captain who...

This route is a classic 4WD adventure, tracing the sandy tracks along the eastern side of Dirk Hartog Island National Park. The journey connects the remote campsite at Quoin Head with the island's main hub at Homestead Bay. This is a drive for experienced off-roaders. The track consists almost entirely of soft sand, winding over dunes and across limestone patches. A high-clearance 4WD is essential, and you'll need to be savvy with your tyre pressures to handle the conditions. The route...

This beach walk explores the remote eastern shoreline of Dirk Hartog Island National Park, a key part of the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. The trail follows the coast at Withnell Point. This side of the island is sheltered from the open ocean, facing the clear, turquoise waters of Denham Sound. You'll be walking on white sand, with views across the marine park. While walking, keep an eye on the shallows for sea turtles, rays, and even dugongs, which are known to feed on the seagrass beds in...