Wilbinga

Wilbinga Popular with locals, this track is one of the rare locations near metro Perth where you can legally drive amongst the sand dunes and get onto the beach line. This trek is suitable for most levels of experience.
StartClick to Reverse the Dynamic Map and Driving NotesWangara
FinishWangara
DifficultyDifficulty 2/5 Suitable for4WD AWD Bike 
Distance132.95 kmMinimum Days1
Average Speed56.73 km/hrDriving Time2 hrs 20 mins
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Article By: ExplorOz Team
Page Updated: 21 May 2011

Go to top Description

Wilbinga is located on the northern outskirts of metropolitan Perth just past Yanchep and Two Rocks. Being so accessible, this track is popular with local 4WD trainers and with local clubs. There are opportunities for every kind of sand driving experience from sandy tracks, soft ruts, uneven sand hills, sand dunes, seasonal beach driving, steep ascents and descents. For experienced drivers, its just a place to go and have a bit of fun.

The sand bowls near the beach tend to be the ideal snack or lunch stop and from here it is only a short walk to the beach. Some of the things you can do include walks along the beach, exploring the historic huts and collecting shells which are often visible along the tide line.

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Go to top Permits

No permits required for the Wilbinga trek note.

Go to top Things to See & Do

Go to top Preparation

Tyre pump, pressure guage and shovels must be carried. Vehicles should ideally use sand flags. Ensure you take hats and sunscreen as this will ultimately be a day in the sun. You should carry sufficient fuel, food & water as there are no facilities in this region. It may be wise to carry some communications and navigation gear. Also take the appropriate recovery gear for beach driving. Camping is not permitted along the track so plan to carry enough supplies for a return trip. Most visitors will find plenty to do to make a day out of the trip so take a picnic lunch, some chairs, a car fridge or esky, fishing rods, sand boards - whatever suits!

Fuel Supplies & Usage

Fuel SymbolWangara, Wanneroo Diesel4cyl 19 litres ULP4cyl 22 litres LPG4cyl 27 litres
6cyl 20 litres6cyl 24 litres6cyl 23 litres
8cyl 20 litres8cyl 22 litres

Services & Supplies

The following locations have various services and supplies: Wangara, Wanneroo

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Go to top Environment

Wilbinga is a Quindalup dune area and forms part of the Gnangara Park. In Government planning documents Wilbinga has been earmarked for a combination of nature conservation, recreational use, and potential resource allocation (ground water and limestone). It appears that any development will be low-key with a commitment to retain the "wilderness" quality of this large coastal area. Whilst this is good news for motorbikes, dune buggys and 4WDrivers, it is important to respect the area and take care when visiting. Drive responsibly, don't litter, don't trample or remove wildflowers and plants. Keep to tracks whereever possible and participate in local clean-ups to keep this area accessible for future 4WD recreation.

Along the tracks you will see extensive plant life including banksias, cycads, kangaroo paws, Black Boys or "Grass Trees" (Xanthorrhoea preissi) and dense bushland. Kangaroos, including the Western Brush Wallaby are in the area so keep an eye out on top of the hills. Also you may see eagles gliding overhead.

Go to top History

Although not part of Wilbinga history, the early part of this trek (tar section) passes right by a monument to the 10th Lighthorse Regiment on Wanneroo Road. The 10th Light Horse Regiment is one of the country's oldest and best known. It was formed in 1900 and was trained in Western Australia. The Regiment first saw action on Gallipoli Peninsula as Infantry; their baptism of fire being at Quinn’s Post and Pope’s Hill. In fact, the only Victoria Cross gained by an Australian Light Horse unit in the First World War was won on Gallipoli by a member of this Regiment in 1915. From this memorial, there is an information board and some walking tracks which are well worth investigating.

Once you're into the Wilbinga area, the track will eventually come down onto the beach alongside a small group of shacks. These are apparently similar to what early settlers built here in 1893. It is also believed many army personal lived along the beach side in shacks during the war years.

Go to top Driving Directions

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Distance
Wangara to Wanneroo 2.56 km N 360° 2 min
Wanneroo to 10th Light Horse Memorial 9.75 km NW 329° 10 min
10th Light Horse Memorial to One Tree Hill 4.93 km NW 331° 3 min
One Tree Hill to Eglinton 8.05 km NW 334° 5 min
Eglinton to Yonderup Lake 2.76 km N 347° 1 min
Yonderup Lake to Cauliflower Cave 0.77 km NE 38°
Cauliflower Cave to Road Cave 0.42 km NE 25°
Road Cave to Crystal Cave 0.07 km NW 306° N/A
Crystal Cave to Jarrahs End 5.95 km N 355° 5 min
Jarrahs End to Wanneroo Rd & Wilbinga Rd 7.3 km N 344° 6 min
Wanneroo Rd & Wilbinga Rd to Wilbinga 7.1 km W 267° 8 min
Wilbinga to Wilbinga Tk & Beach Access 2.89 km W 269° 9 min
Wilbinga Tk & Beach Access to Parking Area & Beach Access (Wilbinga) 1.25 km S 189° 4 min
Parking Area & Beach Access (Wilbinga) to Sand Bowl 1.38 km S 159° 5 min
Sand Bowl to 4 Beach Shacks (Wilbinga) 4.67 km N 340° 19 min
4 Beach Shacks (Wilbinga) to Sand Bowl 1.4 km N 339° 6 min
Sand Bowl to Coastal Tracks (Wilbinga) & Main Track 4.58 km N 349° 17 min
Coastal Tracks (Wilbinga) & Main Track to Main Track & Fenceline Track 6.33 km N 20° 15 min
Main Track & Fenceline Track to King Drive & Link Road 2.31 km NE 46° 5 min
King Drive & Link Road to Woodridge 2.19 km NE 64° 2 min
Woodridge to Wanneroo Road & King Drive 0.7 km NE 63°
Wanneroo Road & King Drive to Wilbinga Grove 4.53 km SE 153° 3 min
Wilbinga Grove to Wanneroo Rd & Wilbinga Rd 8.52 km SE 150° 7 min
Wanneroo Rd & Wilbinga Rd to Jarrahs End 7.3 km S 164° 6 min
Jarrahs End to Crystal Cave 5.95 km S 175° 5 min
Crystal Cave to Road Cave 0.07 km SE 126° N/A
Road Cave to Cauliflower Cave 0.42 km SW 205°
Cauliflower Cave to Wanneroo Rd & Yanchep Beach Rd 0.63 km SW 223°
Wanneroo Rd & Yanchep Beach Rd to Yonderup Lake 0.14 km SW 211°
Yonderup Lake to Eglinton 2.76 km S 167° 1 min
Eglinton to One Tree Hill 8.05 km SE 154° 5 min
One Tree Hill to 10th Light Horse Memorial 4.93 km SE 151° 3 min
10th Light Horse Memorial to Wanneroo 9.75 km SE 149° 10 min
Wanneroo to Wangara 2.56 km S 180° 2 min
Wangara to Wangara 132.95 km     2 hr 20 min
Distance is GPS recorded driving distance (not straight line), Direction is straight line from start to end, Time is calculated from actual GPS driving data.
Weekend Camping Trip Dad's & Kids (Wilbinga)
Over the weekend we had our annual fathers and kids camping trip. This year we decided to head to Wilbinga after some good advice from our ExplorOz friends. Being such a close location to Perth we left at 4pm on Friday afternoon when the kids had made it home from school. After a short run up the road we turned off to Wilbinga and made the sandy drive into the area just as the sun was setting. We pop out at the main junction and decided to make a quick run south to source a good spot to stay for the two nights.

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