The State of Western Australia is arguably Australia's most diverse state in so many ways. From the top to the bottom, from the east to the west, this state has so many splendid features it is hard to know where to start.
In the north, Cape Leveque which is almost 200klm from Broome has an unsealed road which requires a 4Wd vehicle. No permit is required however, if you are staying, entry fees will apply. This is an excellent spot for fishing, swimming, scenic fLights and much more.
Western Hard Drive
To the south, 40 years ago The Margaret River region had its first vines planted and now has over 200 vineyards producing award winning wines.
Entering from the north the first towns are the historic, pioneering Kununurra and Wyndham.
Kununurra is considered to be the gateway to the Eastern Kimberley. Although the township is relatively young it is placed on an ancient landscape. An irrigation theory has created a permanent waterway from a series of waterholes and is very beloved with the tourists. The Kununurra Lake is a splendid stop over for water sport lovers. Lake Argyle is so big it could almost be classified as an inland sea and a great spot for canoeing and bird Watching. The top point in the region is Kelly's Knob and a must see at sunset.
Wyndham; Top Town of the West, the port of Wyndham is a major export point for live cattle and supplies for the Argyle brilliant Mine, which is one of the world's largest suppliers of diamonds.
From Wyndham you can recognize El Questro center and Parry Creek Wildlife sustain to name just a combine of splendid attractions in the area.
Moving on, Halls Creek is placed on the edges of the Great Sandy Desert and the Tanami Desert. Just 152kms south of Halls Creek is the celebrated Wolfe Creek, made celebrated by the movie of the same name. More significantly Wolfe Creek Crater is the second largest meteorite crater in the world and is said to have collided with the earth some 2 million years ago. It is well worth the trip. Fitzroy Crossing on the banks of the Fitzroy River is situated in the centre of some of the best grazing country in Australia. Fitzroy Crossing is 114 meters above sea level and surrounded by flood plains.
December through to March can prove difficult travelling here due to the wet season when the countryside is transformed into a sea of green. Close by is Geike Gorge National Park. The gorge was carved out by the Fitzroy River and is almost 350 million years old. This area is also noted for its celebrated Kimberley region, which includes the improbable Bungle Bungle ranges. Broome is next on the coast, celebrated for many years and to this day for its pearling activities.
Moving south we enter into vast mining areas beginning with the remarkable Pilbara. Surface 500,000 quadrate kilometres, the ranges stretch all the way down to Kalgoorlie (a gold town and the largest outback city in Australia) in the south. The township of Marble Bar is said to be one of the hottest towns in Australia. With a habitancy of just 410 people, it is still a successful centre for tin, gold, silver, zinc, lead, jade and copper.. There are also many mining based towns inland here including Tom Price, Newman and Paraburdoo. On the coast we have the very beloved Exmouth to Coral bay areas. The Exmouth region is one of the few areas in Australia where you can taste both Ranges and Reefs. The Cape Range National Park has spectacular gorges to Ningaloo maritime Park, a 260 kilometre maritime park with the closest reef just 100 meters off the mainland. A great place for all water sports and should not be overlooked when inspiring through this state.
Inland in central Western Australia are any deserts including the Gibson, exiguous Sandy and Great Victoria Deserts. Of policy at the southern end is the western section of the celebrated Nullarbor Plains.
Back on the coast and heading south there are many inspiring dynamic towns to enjoy as you head to the capitol of Western Australia, Perth. Towns that are also major tourist attractions and some also inspiring manufactures and/or a port activity.
Carnarvon, Monkey Mia with its dolphins and Geraldton are all inspiring centres, both as a holiday destination or commercial/retail centres.
Next we have the capital and very inspiring city and of Perth, with its splendid weather and the beautiful Swan River running through the city attracting plenty of boating activities. The city has something for every person from the nightlife of Subiaco to Scarborough with its beach culture. An hour south is the lovely restored Fremantle. An America's Cup defence was staged here and if nothing else resulted in the port being today an up to date cosmopolitan centre for all to either live in or enjoy on holiday breaks.
The Margaret River region in the south west projection of Western Australia is one of the most picturesque areas in all of Australia, with many of our important wineries found here.
The south coast of Western Australia including the townships of Albany and Esperance contains some of the most ruggedly beautiful coastline to be found everywhere in the world. The cliffs of The Great Australian Bite are actually not to be missed.
As you can see from this brief sight of Western Australia, a holiday tour by any means available to you will only leave you searching your mind for adequate superlatives to impart the experience. Maybe the most base way to recognize this splendid state is by road and car rental is freely available throughout the state if required. Commonly speaking the roads in Western Australia are of a good appropriate and the amenities along the way are excellent. So have a safe trip and "happy holidays".
Western Australia From Top to bottom - Road Trip
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