West Coast Drive
Western Australia, Australia
Point-to-point trail in Western Australia, Australia. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 180 ft (55 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 30 min
- High point
- 72 ft (22 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Sorrento Beach 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Shelter 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Beach: Marmion Beach 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Shelter 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Shelter 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Shelter 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Beach: Waterman Beach 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Beach: North Beach 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Hamersy Pool 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Beach: Hammersley Pool 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Beach: Mettams Pool 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Shelter 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from start
- Shelter 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Bike repair station 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about West Coast Drive
How long is West Coast Drive?
West Coast Drive is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 30 min. It climbs 180 ft (55 m) in total, up to a high point of 72 ft (22 m).
How hard is West Coast Drive?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Coast Drive?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on West Coast Drive?
Drinking water on the way at 0.6 mi (1 km), 1.3 mi (2.1 km), 2 mi (3.2 km), 3.3 mi (5.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.5 mi (0.8 km), 1.3 mi (2.1 km), 1.9 mi (3.1 km).
Is West Coast Drive shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on West Coast Drive?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near West Coast Drive?
Zambrero, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Coles, 0.9 mi (1.4 km).
Is this a good week for West Coast Drive?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap