About this place
Known to the local Aboriginal people as Gauroojeninya, Pine Hill lies near the northern boundary of the park. It was discovered in 1874 by the pioneers William and Stephen Ponton and John Sharp. They named it after the native pines (Callitris species), which as a termite-resistant wood, later became highly prized for fence posts. They had driven sheep overland from Albany in 1873 and for the next five years settled at Pine Hill until they learned of superior country further north around Balladonia.
Today all that remains at Pine Hill is a dam, ruins of an oven and travellers’ graves.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
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Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Pine Hill.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Ngatjumay and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Cape Arid National Park.