Dawesville, with its sprawling coastlines and breathtaking landscapes, beckons adventurers and tranquillity seekers alike. Today, let's take a journey from Dawesville Channel to Melros Beach, a path less travelled but immensely rewarding.

The Journey Begins

Our adventure starts at the doorstep of the Port Bouvard Surf Lifesaving Club, located at the end of Southport Boulevard. This isn't just a starting point, it's the gateway to this coastal experience.

A Path of Discovery

Spanning a total one-way distance of 4.2 km, which doubles to an 8.4 km out-and-back trek, this coastal walk hugs the coastline, offering frequent views of the ocean. Imagine walking next to a golf course where the greens meet the blues in a perfect portrait of colours and life.

A View Worth the Walk

Midway, a detour beckons—the lookout. Just a 200m out-and-back walk, and you're presented with a panorama that captures the coast in all its glory. It's moments like these that remind us why we embark on such journeys: to witness the sheer magnificence of nature, unfiltered and untamed.

Beyond the Beaten Path

For those whose spirits yearn for more, the adventure doesn't end at Melros Beach carpark. Two thrilling extensions invite you to delve deeper into the coastal wonderland. First, a continuation along the coastal path offers an uninterrupted communion with the sea. Alternatively, a wide limestone track leads intrepid explorers to the northern end of Yalgorup National Park at Tims Thicket Beach. This undulating path culminates in a rough carpark with no facilities other than rubbish bins.

Facilities Along the Way

Toilet blocks and showers are strategically placed at the surf lifesaving club and about 70m from the carpark on Hunter Street. 

Why Embark on This Journey?

In a world that moves at breakneck speed, the Dawesville Channel to Melros Beach walk offers a momentary pause—a chance to breathe, to feel, and to connect with the elemental forces of nature. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, a family looking for a day of adventure, or a soul seeking solitude, this coastal walk is a canvas on which you can paint your own unique experience.

The Return

As all journeys do, this one circles back to where it began. Catching bus 593 back to the starting point, you carry with you not just memories but a renewed sense of wonder and an invigorated spirit. The Dawesville Channel to Melros Beach walk is more than a route; it's a passage through the heart of Australia's coastal paradise.

So, lace up your walking shoes, pack your sense of adventure, and set forth on a journey that promises to be as enriching as it is exhilarating.

Are you ready to discover the magic of the Dawesville Channel - Melros Beach coastal walk?