Guilderton - WA

Guilderton is very special. It is a small coastal town at the mouth of the Moore River. The river is closed by a bar that only breaks through on occasion usually after heavy rain. However, the river is fed by underground springs so its estuary is usually pretty full. The estuary extends in land for about 15 kms and is great for canoeing. There is a very good boat ramp that allows trailed boats access but the speed limit is a strict 5knots. A small tinny is best. There is no access for boats to the sea from the river but there is a beach launching area north of the village but it is not for the faint hearted as you go out through reef and surf. There is a servo as you come in and a small IGA and cafe next to the caravan park. There is also a local club associated with a nine hole golf course (sand greens) that welcomes visitors, called the Guilderton Country Club. Considering that Guilderton is only 1 hour north of Perth it is delightfully untouched. There are lots of cottages to rent and the caravan park is excellent. It has been a favourite holiday spot for Perth since the late 1940s but travellers usually drive by as they find it difficult to understand that there is such a laid back quiet and beautiful destination so close to the capital city.