Ngari Capes Marine Park, Marine reserve along southwestern coast of Western Australia.
Ngari Capes Marine Park spans approximately 123,790 hectares of coastal waters stretching between Busselton and Augusta. The reserve includes varied underwater environments and multiple sanctuary zones designed to protect marine life while allowing certain uses.
The Western Australian government created this marine park in 2012 to protect ocean ecosystems. The establishment balanced conservation with the continuation of recreational activities that communities had long practiced in these waters.
The waters hold deep meaning for the South West Boojarah and Harris Family groups, who maintain traditional rights and responsibilities in this region. These connections remain woven into how local communities relate to and care for the coast today.
Use the Recfishwest or Marine Parks WA app to understand which activities are permitted in each zone before heading out. Some areas allow fishing and diving freely, while others have restrictions or require permission.
The HMAS Swan, a sunken vessel, rests on the seafloor and serves as a dive site where visitors can explore naval history. The waters also form a migration corridor where humpback whales, southern right whales, and blue whales pass through seasonally.
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