Torndirrup National Park takes up most of the peninsula that is just south of Albany. The peninsula has many impressive rock formations and some of Albany’s most recognisable attractions: the Gap, Natural Bridge and Blowholes.

The ferociousness of the sea around these attractions dramatises the natural beauty. The Gap is a vertical drop where the waves crash in resulting in foam and a thunder that you can hear it from the car park. Visitors are quite safe viewing this spectacle from a steel cage 30m above the action.

The Natural Bridge is a large piece of granite linking huge boulders. The sea has eroded it to form this arch. A little further down the coast you’ll find the blowholes. There are cracks in the granite through which waves force water. Because of the pressure it makes loud hissing noises.

There are several walks in the park. Just take care close to the shoreline as king waves are common in this area. The safest bet is to stick to the walk ways and paths. Rock climbing is a popular activity in this park. I would only recommend it for the experienced climber. You have to notify the park ranger if you want to participate in this activity.

Just a little tip if you plan on visiting: do take a sweater with. The wind is constant and quite chilly.

There are no facilities inside the park. Sealed roads through out the park.

Where? Off Frenchman Bay Road, 13km from Albany