About Yanchep National Park
Yanchep National Park is a 2,800-hectare protected area in Yanchep, about 42 kilometres north of Perth in the City of Wanneroo, Western Australia. Established as one of the state's oldest national parks, it is known for its limestone caves, including Crystal Cave, the wetland of Loch McNess, tuart and banksia woodlands, and resident western grey kangaroos and koalas. The park combines natural landscapes with Aboriginal cultural experiences and heritage buildings such as Gloucester Lodge.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a coastal plain landscape of woodlands, wetlands and limestone caves. Key areas include Loch McNess lake with boardwalks and bird hides, Crystal Cave accessible by guided tour, a koala boardwalk, kangaroo viewing lawns, bushwalking trails ranging from short loops to longer hikes, heritage buildings including Gloucester Lodge and the Yanchep Inn, picnic and barbecue areas, and Aboriginal cultural tours and museum displays.
Key highlights
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Crystal Cave - guided tours through decorated limestone cave
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Loch McNess wetland with boardwalks, bird hides and seasonal water levels
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Koala boardwalk with resident koalas
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Western grey kangaroos grazing on open lawns near the visitor area
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Nine bushwalking trails including Woodland, Wetlands and Ghost House trails