Things To Do In Augusta

Visit mainland Australia’s tallest lighthouse and witness the dramatic meeting point of the Indian and Southern Oceans. Take a tour of the lighthouse itself, walk the heritage trail, observe the wildlife or savour the hospitality and superb views of the glass-walled cafe. Just down from the lighthouse is the historical waterwheel.

 

Based just near Karridale, off Caves Road, you can visit Jewel Cave, WA’s largest show cave. Take an informative journey through the gigantic caverns filled with wonderous formations.  Let your imagination come alive as you try to spot the organ pipes, giant shawl, friendly ghost and jewellery box. Tours daily.

 

There’s plenty of boutique and unique wineries to visit. Try Hamelin Bay Wines, Random Valley, Blackwood Meadery & Briarose. Or a little further out you can visit Green Valley.

 

Visit Boranup Gallery & Cafe for a bite to eat and a wander or pop into Atelier Susi Jewellery in Karridale.

 

Take in a tour with Barry’s Eco Scenic Tours. As a local, Barry knows the area well and provides a unique and interesting opportunity to discover Augusta and its surrounds. Or try a river cruise with Augusta Eco Cruises,  Miss Flinders and of course, Naturaliste Charters for whale watching (in season)

Whatever your tastebuds desire, you can find it here in Augusta. Try Augusta Hotel for its sweeping views and delicious food, Augusta Fresh Fish & Chips for, well, its fish ‘n’ chips, the Colourpatch Cafe out on the foreshore or Deckchair Gourmet for its array of delightful treats.

Hamelin Bay – for snorkelling, scuba diving and swimming. See the stingrays come in to be fed by the local fisherman or try your hand at salmon fishing (in season)

Cosy Corner - for surfing, fishing, scenic lookouts and four wheel driving

Boranup Back Beaches – with mainly only four wheel drive access, try a spot of fishing and surfing

 Skippy Rock – a great spot for snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing as well as fossilised thrombolite areas dating over a million years ago! Part of Cape to Cape track also passes through this area.

Bay Areas - Quarry Bay, Lighthouse Bay, Dead Finish, Storm Bay, Granny’s Pool, Flinders Bay, Jays Beach (try learning to surf at Jays Beach!)

Boranup Maze – great for the kids!

 

Augusta River Festival – held in March each year down by the Colourpatch Foreshore. A great family day out! The Augusta Lion’s Shed is also open the first Saturday of every month for those wanting to pick up a bargain.

 

Play a round of golf at the Augusta Golf Course which offers  great views and sand greens.  The kids can go wild with the Augusta Trampolines, mini-golf and gaming. Or the whole family can enjoy kayak hire from Augusta Eco Cruises, dinghy hire or waterskiing past Molloy Island.  Kitesurfing is also becoming popular in the town, with some key kitesurfing spots being discovered every day by tourists.

 

Boranup Forest Scenic Drive is perfect to view the the old Karri and Jarrah forests or Heritage Trail Drive gives you an insight into the history of the town.  Or simply grab the four wheel drive and explore on your own!

 

Find out a little more about Augusta at the Historical Museum or take in the stunning 360 degree lookout on the top of Hillview Road.

 

Take in a walk on one of the many scenic routes available such as the Heritage Trail Walk, The Flora Walk, The River Walk and The Ocean Walk. Ask the Augusta Visitor Centre for a copy of the recently released walk map and brochure.

 

Alexandra Bridge is great for camping, canoeing, boating & fishing.