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Pinnacles, West Australia

📍 The Pinnacles, Nambung National Park, Cervantes, WA, Australia
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Quick Facts

Location
Australia, Perth
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
1-2 hours
Address
The Pinnacles, Nambung National Park, Cervantes, WA, Australia
Coordinates
-30.4820, 115.1390

Introduction

The Pinnacles are Western Australia's most stunning natural wonder. In Nambung National Park along the Indian Ocean, thousands of limestone pillars (up to ~3.5 m) stand in golden sand like an alien landscape — WA's most unique attraction. Formed from ancient shell deposits cemented by limestone. Pillars vary in height (cm to ~3.5 m). Walking trail and driving route through the formations. Sunrise/sunset turns pillars golden-red with long shadows. Wildlife — kangaroos, emus and lizards. Visiting for alien-like limestone pillars in desert sand is a unique WA experience.

✨ Highlights

01
Limestone pillars
Thousands of limestone pillars in golden sand — alien-like.
02
Sunrise/sunset
Pillars turn golden-red at sunrise/sunset with long shadows.
03
Free
Included in Nambung NP pass.
04
Self-drive
Driving route through the formations.

🛈 Practical Info

→Sunrise/sunset:Best viewing at sunrise or sunset.
→Self-drive:Driving route; walking trail also available.
→Duration:1-2 hours.
→Combine:Pair with Cervantes lobster town and WA coast.
→Opening Hours:All day (sunrise/sunset best)
→Ticket Information:Included in Nambung NP pass.
→Transportation:By car (about 2.5 hours from Perth)

💡 Tips

• Best viewing at sunrise/sunset; included in Nambung NP pass.
• Pair with Cervantes and WA coast.
• Light and weather are on-site.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Pinnacles, West Australia?

All day (sunrise/sunset best)

How much is the admission for Pinnacles, West Australia?

Included in Nambung NP pass.

Any practical tips for visiting Pinnacles, West Australia?

Best viewing at sunrise/sunset; included in Nambung NP pass. Pair with Cervantes and WA coast.

How long should I spend at Pinnacles, West Australia?

A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.