Sunset Coast
Explore Perth's Glorious Sunset Coast.
Fall in love the glorious coastline of metropolitan Perth, from Scarborough to Two Rocks, incorporating Hillarys Boat Harbour and Yanchep National Park.
Splashes, smiles, sandcastles and cheeky suntan lines, the Sunset Coast delivers a summerlong carnival and everyone's invited. Spectacular sunsets over the Indian Ocean give this region its evocative name. Stretching over 50 kilometres of pristine coastline, the region encompasses the Cities of Stirling, featuring popular Scarborough Beach; Joondalup, where you'll find the family-friendly Hillarys Boat Harbour; and Wanneroo, home of Yanchep National Park.
Just a short drive from Perth City, the Sunset Coast's buzzing outdoor culture includes beach front esplanades and marinas with alfresco cafes and restaurants, extensive walking and cycling trails with stunning ocean views and plenty of adventure sports on offer. The scent of sunscreen drifts on the breeze, bright towels and sunshades dot the sand. Surfers wait for the perfect wave, while lifeguards keep watch. Frisbee's fly, children squeal, waves crash, seagulls squawk, this is the soundtrack of summer. Hang out with friends on balmy nights, drink at pop-up bars, enjoy festival fun.
Dine alfresco at quays and marinas or live like a local and eat fish and chips on the beach. Get up close and personal with WA's unique marine life at AQWA, WA’s state aquarium, or wander inland to spot native frogs, kangaroos and birdlife as you follow the path of Aboriginal ancestry from Yellagonga and Lake Joondalup to Yanchep.
Top things to do on the Sunset Coast
- Take a dip or catch a wave at one of the 19 sensational beaches.
- Relax at a picturesque beachside café or restaurant along the coast.
- Soak in the awesome beauty as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.
- Dive or snorkel in the sparkling waters amongst a variety of fish and marine life.
- Visit Hillarys Boat Harbour and The Marina, Mindarie for shopping, cafés and restaurants.
- Discover WA's unique marine life at AQWA.
- Visit Yanchep National Park for koalas, caves & indigenous culture.
- Stay a night or two at an oceanside hotel or resort.
