This nature trail was designed and established in 1979 by Len Otte, the first resident ranger at Cape Arid National park. It was the first nature trail in any Western Australian national park and following his unexpected death, was dedicated as a fitting tribute to Len’s achievements and life at the park.

The walk winds through woodlands and thickets, showcasing the tremendous variety of plants in the area. Enjoy seasonal displays of yellow hibbertia, scarlet honey myrtle and the golden southern plains banksia. There are also views across coastal heathland to Thomas River and Yokinup Bay.

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View of Yokinup Bay from Len Otte Nature Trail
Len Otte Nature Trail
Bronwyn Wells

View of Yokinup Bay from Len Otte Nature Trail

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Bright pink flower of the pincushion hakea are in bloom.
Cape Arid National Park
Emma Rowe

Activities

Bushwalking

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Len Otte Nature Trail.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Ngatjumay and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Cape Arid National Park.

Trails

View of Yokinup Bay from Len Otte Nature Trail

Len Otte Nature Trail
Bush Walk
1 kilometre

Len Otte Nature trail is a moderately easy one kilometre loop walk in Cape Arid National Park. This nature trail was designed and established in 1979 by Len Otte, the first resident ranger at Cape Arid National park.  It was the first nature trail in any Western Australian national park and following his unexpected death, was dedicated as a fitting tribute to Len’s achievements and life at the park.

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