Cape to Cape Day Hikes

Hikers at a Cape to Cape Track sign on a Cape2Camp day hike

Cape to Cape Day Hikes: Walk the Track in a Morning

Short on time but keen to walk the Cape to Cape Track? Our Cape to Cape day hikes give you a real taste of the trail in one relaxed morning. You park at the finish, we drive you to the start, and you walk back to your car at your own pace with a packed bakery lunch in your bag.

Choose from two of the track’s most loved sections: the turquoise bays and granite rocks of the north, or the clifftops and limestone caves of the south. Each walk takes about two to three hours, so you finish by lunchtime with the rest of your Margaret River day free for a winery, a swim or a long lunch. Self-guided freedom, fully supported. Walk the Cape, we take care of the rest.

✅ No second car needed: park at the finish and we drive you to the start.
✅ Packed local bakery lunch: vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
✅ Small groups: a maximum of four hikers per departure.
✅ No guide setting the pace: stop for photos, swims and lunch wherever you like.
✅ WhatsApp support: local knowledge and safety support throughout your hike.
✅ Finish by lunchtime: morning departures between 8am and 10am.

Northern Icons: Yallingup to Injidup

Coastline at Yallingup on the Cape to Cape Track day hike to Injidup

DistanceApprox. 8–9 km
Walking time2.5–3 hours
GradeEasy to moderate
PriceFrom AUD$ 80.00 per hiker
StartYallingup Beach
FinishInjidup Natural Spa
Meet and parkInjidup Natural Spa car park
DeparturesMornings, 8am–10am
DirectionNorth to south
Group sizeUp to 4 hikers

Walk one of the most striking northern sections of the Cape to Cape Track, from Yallingup Beach to Injidup Natural Spa. The trail hugs the coast past turquoise bays, Smiths Beach, Canal Rocks and the iconic granite formations of the north, with sweeping Indian Ocean views the whole way.

Park your car at Injidup Natural Spa and meet the Cape2Camp team 15 minutes before departure. After your briefing, route guidance and packed lunch, we drive you to Yallingup Beach. From there the walk is all yours. Take your time, stop for photos, find your own lunch spot and finish with a swim in the natural rock pool at Injidup.

Highlights

Yallingup Beach: a classic surf beach and the start of your walk.
Smiths Beach: a long sweep of white sand and clear water.
Canal Rocks: granite boulders split by channels of rushing sea.
Injidup Natural Spa: a sheltered rock pool where the waves spill in, perfect for a finishing dip.

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Cliffs & Caves: Contos to Redgate

Hikers on the clifftops between Contos and Redgate on a Cape to Cape day hike

DistanceApprox. 6.5 km
Walking time2–2.5 hours
GradeEasy to moderate
PriceFrom AUD$ 80.00 per hiker
StartContos
FinishRedgate Beach
Meet and parkRedgate Beach car park
DeparturesMornings, 8am–10am
DirectionSouth to north
Group sizeUp to 4 hikers

Discover a spectacular southern section of the Cape to Cape Track, from Contos to Redgate Beach. The trail runs along dramatic clifftops and past Bob’s Hollow and its limestone caves, with big ocean views along a beautifully upgraded stretch of the track.

Park your car at Redgate Beach and meet the Cape2Camp team 15 minutes before departure. After your briefing, route guidance and packed lunch, we drive you south to Contos. Then you simply walk back to your car. Explore the caves, stop for photos, find your own lunch spot and cool off with a swim at Redgate Beach.

Highlights

Contos clifftops: high coastal walking with wide views over the Indian Ocean.
Bob’s Hollow: a hidden cove with limestone caves to explore.
Upgraded track: one of the best-kept sections of the Cape to Cape Track.
Redgate Beach: rust-red rocks, white sand and a swim to finish.

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How Our Cape to Cape Day Hikes Work

Book online: pick your walk and a morning departure between 8am and 10am.
Park at the finish: Injidup Natural Spa for Northern Icons, or Redgate Beach for Cliffs & Caves.
Meet us 15 minutes early: we give you a local hike briefing, route guidance and your packed lunch.
We drive you to the start: no second car and no shuttle to organise.
Walk back at your own pace: no guide setting the pace and no fixed finishing time.

What’s Included

Transfer: a lift from the car park to the start of your walk.
Briefing and route guidance: local tips on the track, the highlights and the best swim spots.
Lunch: a packed local bakery lunch, handed over before you set off. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
Support: Cape2Camp WhatsApp support, local knowledge and safety support throughout your hike.
Merchandise: Cape2Camp gear available to buy on the day.

Packing List

Clothing & Footwear: comfortable walking shoes, a sun hat and a light weather layer if needed.
Essentials: water, sunscreen and a charged mobile phone. See the full hikers essentials list.
Swim Gear: bathers and a towel for a dip at the finish.
Seasonal Item: a fly net is a good idea in spring.

Safety First

Navigation Apps: download AllTrails (Pro version) or the Cape to Cape Navigation App for offline maps.
Emergency App: install the St John First Responder App before you set off.
Track Conditions: both sections are well marked, and your briefing covers the route step by step.
Weather: if the track or weather turns unsafe, we offer you another date or a full refund.

Trail Ready

Leave No Trace: take all your rubbish home and stay on the marked track.
Respect Country: the Cape to Cape Track crosses Wadandi Boodja. Please walk with care and respect.
Make a Day of It: finish by lunchtime, then head to a winery or another beach. Explore the Margaret River Region.

Ready to Hike?

Bookings: online bookings close 48 hours before departure.
Last-Minute and Private Groups: last-minute group bookings may be available. Call or text 0426 441 503.
Cancellations: cancel 48 hours or more before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure are not refunded.
Weather Cancellations: if we need to cancel because of unsafe track or weather conditions, we offer you an alternative date or a full refund.

Cape to Cape Day Hikes FAQs

Can you walk the Cape to Cape Track as a day hike?

Yes. The full Cape to Cape Track runs around 135 km from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin, but you can walk a single section in a day. Our Cape to Cape day hikes cover two of the best sections, Yallingup to Injidup and Contos to Redgate, in about two to three hours each.

Which Cape to Cape day hike is best for beginners?

Both walks are graded easy to moderate. Cliffs & Caves (Contos to Redgate) is the shorter option at about 6.5 km. Northern Icons (Yallingup to Injidup) runs about 8 to 9 km, with more beaches and rock pools along the way.

Do I need two cars?

No. You park at the finish and we drive you to the start, so you walk straight back to your own car.

Is the day hike guided?

No. It is self-guided and fully supported. We give you a briefing, route guidance, a packed lunch and WhatsApp support, then you set your own pace.

How much does a Cape to Cape day hike cost?

Our day hikes start from AUD$80 per hiker. The price includes your transfer to the start, a local hike briefing, route guidance and a packed bakery lunch.

When do the day hikes run?

Departures run in the morning between 8am and 10am, with up to four hikers per group. Online bookings close 48 hours before departure. For last-minute availability, call or text 0426 441 503.

Want to Go Further on the Cape to Cape Track?

Loved your morning on the track? Our multi-day hikes take you further, with camps set up for you, all meals and drinks included and your luggage moved between campsites. Try In A Nutshell over two days, the Southern Explorer over three days or the Northern Explorer over four. Or see all our hikes.

Planning more walks in the area? Read our guide to shorter day hikes in Margaret River.