The Coastal Plains Walk Trail is a 55 kilometre trail which starts within the Yanchep National Park north of Perth and ends in the Melaleuca Park west of Bullsbrook. It is a challenging three-day walk and is recommended for experienced walkers only.
The trail features four campsites (Sharpcott's, Ridges, Moitch and Pricklybark) each with a hikers hut, water tank and bush toilet. The trail is a true delight in autumn and spring when the coastal smokebush and native buttercups form a carpet of wildflowers.
As the area walked in is a coastal plain the track is sandy. Also the track does not go near water or the coast, hence it is 'coastal' in name only, therefore the only source of water is the campsites.
The trail head is approximately 6 kilometres north of the McNess House Visitors Centre within the park. The southern terminus is 2.7 kilometres east of Pricklybark campsite on Coopers Road.
Be prepared and seek advice from Department of Environment and Conservation on (08) 9561 1004 before you set off.
