Margaret River
The region has become a wine and tourist area with about 500,000 visitors per year. In the vicinity, there are several hundred caves gathered in the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. Six of them are open to the public, including Mammoth Cave: it contains fossils dating back over 35,000 years and is one of the few caves in Australia offering partial access for the disabled.
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Our three months in Margaret River were not planned... Normally we were supposed to stay there for a maximum of a month and a half. In the end, we stayed a long time and experienced both summer and autumn! But it's often said that there is always a reason for everything. And the reasons must be deeper. We realize that today. We met incredible people, discovered every corner of the region, and had a wonderful road trip to the south despite the cold.
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And every other Saturday, there is the Lions Club Market that sells hundreds of second-hand products in a large warehouse. It's ideal for updating your wardrobe, buying a surfboard, or finding camping gear at a lower cost. For example, I bought a backpack for $2 and we got audio tapes for our van trip for free!
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We lived in Margaret and as a result, we took very few photos. The town attracts with its small hills and its center made up of a single really lively street. Australians love to stroll through the shops and restaurants of fresh and local products. The town is not by the sea, but it is quick to reach the beaches. Many surfers come here to catch waves. In fact, there was an international surfing championship at Surfer Point 5km from Margaret River!
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Every Saturday morning, there is the local market for fresh produce. You can also taste regional products (cheese, jam, nougat, wine, venison). And buy fresh bread! Locals meet there at noon to buy lunch from one of the food trucks available.
Places to discover
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Alexandra Bridge
- Monument
- Bridge
Around the Alexandra Bridge, there is a nice peaceful campsite located on the banks of the Blackwood River.
Barval
- Food & Drinks
- Wine
It is one of the smallest vineyards in Margaret River. Its wines are hand-picked, fermented, and blended in customized batches.
Busselton
- Neighbourhood
- Beach
- Swimming
- Shopping
The calm and sheltered waters of the bay make Busselton an ideal starting point for water enthusiasts. Here, you can swim, snorkel, sail, dive, row, fish, or water ski.
Canal Rock
- Viewpoint
Canal Rocks offers spectacular views of the Indian Ocean and the remote coastline.
Candy Cow Factory
- Food & Drinks
- Local Specialty
The theme of the cow surrounding this candy was inspired by its location in the small rural town of Cowaramup, 10 minutes' drive north of Margaret River.
Cape Naturalist Vineyard
- Food & Drinks
- Wine
- Local Specialty
A winemaking shop focused on biodynamic philosophies, located in a 19th-century barn that was originally an inn for travelers on horseback and in carts.
Cullen
- Food & Drinks
- Wine
- Local Specialty
Cullen Wines is an Australian vineyard located in Wilyabrup, in the Margaret River wine region of Western Australia.
Dairy Farm Company
- Food & Drinks
An institution in the region, proudly making quality cheeses and yogurts for the greatest pleasure of all.
Eagle Bay Olive Farm
- Food & Drinks
A family farm with 1200 olive trees whose goal is to produce the highest quality extra virgin olives.
Ferguson Valley
- Nature
- Walk
Hiking in a majestic setting of green hills, between white sand beaches, peaceful bays, and magical caves.
Hamelin Bay
- Beach
- Swimming
- Snorkeling
A vast expanse of bright white sand, turquoise waters filled with marine life, and spectacular walks along the coastal cliffs. The sheltered bay is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and fishing, and divers can explore the nearby wreck.
Hay Shed Hill
- Food & Drinks
- Wine
- Local Specialty
A pioneering vineyard located in the heart of the Margaret River wine region. It produces estate-grown classic wines that reflect the quality of the vineyard.
Injinup Pool
- Swimming
- Beach
A rocky basin hidden on the shores of the Indian Ocean, often turbulent. The waves crash against the rocks to form a natural mini-waterfall like a spa.
Karri Forest
- Nature
- Walk
The Karri forest is a type of tall, open forest dominated by Eucalyptus diversicolor (karri), one of the largest hardwoods in the world.
Redgate Beach
- Beach
- Swimming
- Surfing
An ideal beach for families, with incredible sunsets. Parking can be difficult when the waves are good.
Surfer Point
- Surfing
- Beach
The allure of Surfers Point lies in the resonant echo of the monstrous swells of Main Break and the men and women brave enough to ride them.
The Margaret River Chocolate Company
- Food & Drinks
A wide range of over 200 high-quality chocolate products, handmade and mouth-watering, since 1999.
Venison Farm
- Food & Drinks
- Local Specialty
At the heart of the renowned wine region of Margaret River, it is the oldest venison farm in Western Australia.
Woodlands
- Food & Drinks
- Wine
- Local Specialty
Founded in 1973 by David and Heather Watson, Woodlands is one of the top five wineries in Margaret River.