William Bay National Park

William Bay National Park is a coastal nature reserve featuring granite outcrops, limestone ridges, and stretches of white sand against turquoise water. The shoreline shifts between rocky formations and calmer bays, creating varied landscapes across the protected area.

The park received protection in 1971 and was named after a British naval officer whose career spanned several decades of the 1800s. Its designation reflected growing recognition of the value in protecting this coastal landscape.

The Mineng people developed deep ties to this coastal land spanning countless generations, maintaining their relationship with the sea and its resources. This bond remains visible in how they continue to connect with the place and its stories.

The park offers several marked walking paths connecting different bays and rock formations at varying difficulty levels. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and wear sturdy footwear, as trails cross uneven ground.

The park harbors a small population of a rare spider species found nowhere else, drawing scientific interest and study. It also serves as a resting point for migratory birds traveling vast distances across the continent.

Location: Shire Of Denmark

Operator: WA Department of Parks and Wildlife

GPS coordinates: -35.01256,117.24698

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:52