Perth to the Pinnacles Desert (Plan your visit)

One of Western Australia’s must see sites to see are the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park.

If you have never visited, now is the time to plan your visit Perth to the Pinnacles Desert trip.

The Pinnacles uniqueness is what I think makes it so special. Located in a desert, only 6 km from the beach. In one view you can see the yellow sandy desert with the pinnacles protruding from the earth and just in the distance you can see white sand dunes and the ocean.

What are the Pinnacles?

They are limestone formations, that scientists assume were formed from shell grit, sand vegetation, wind and rain about 250,000 to 300,000 years ago (depending on whose opinion you listen to). The Pinnacles desert is approximately 400 hectares in size and each pinnacle can stand up to 5 meters tall. Pinnacles Park has about 1000 of these limestone spires.

Getting There

Travelling from Perth to the Pinnacles Desert via car will take you approximately 2 hours. Via State Route 60 it is 191 km and Via Indian Ocean Drive it’s 223 km.

There are tour options which travel up and back in one day. Depending on the tour you choose, tours include stops to see koalas, wildflowers, sandboarding, star gazing, sunset, Visiting Yanchep National Park, Lancelin or New Norcia.

walking in the pinnacles desert western australia

Entering the Park

You need to be aware that the park has an entrance charge. For vehicles you need to pay with cash or credit card on arrival at the park. The current charge is $13 AUD per vehicle.

What to see and do in the Park

Upon arriving you have the option to drive or walk through the park. The circuit is an unsealed road and is 4 km long), there are stop off points and walk trails for you to follow, but you are also able to wander anywhere through the park.

The park is does not close, so is perfect to visit at sunset.

Pinnacles are also perfect for a few good games of hide and seek. Kids also love playing in the sand.

playing hide and seek among the pinnacles

When to Visit

The Pinnacles Desert is open all year round. Any time is a good time to visit, though it will be quite warmer in summer months.

What to bring

Essentials include, hats, sunscreen and water and a camera.

Sunset view from the pinnacles desert, western australia

Where can I stay the night?

The Pinnacles Desert is located only a couple hours from Perth, so some travelers choose to do a day road trip. Other options include accommodation in either Cervantes which is located 17 km away or Jurien Bay which is 42 km away.

Cervantes Accommodation Options

Jurien Bay Accommodation Options

Want More Information?

Thanks for taking the time to read my post. If you have any questions please feel free to ask in the comments section below.

#travelshedid

Please be aware that this post may contain affiliate links, should you choose to purchase anything via these links, I may receive a small commission, this will be at no additional cost to you.