Flanked by national parks including towering forests, pristine coastlines and rugged granite outcrops, the Margaret River region is the quintessential Western Australian holiday destination.
This is award-winning wine country with a thriving art scene, incredible hiking trails, and a distinctly circular food philosophy with a great respect for the land.
With sheltered bays to the north, vineyards and surf coast along its length, and two oceans meeting at the southern tip, it’s time to rediscover the Margaret River region.
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National Reconciliation Week
The region is celebrating the 2020 Reconciliation Week theme – In This Together.
We acknowledge the Wadandi (Saltwater and Forest) people as the traditional owners of this region. Whilst visiting, we ask that you walk softly, taking the time to listen and care for Boodja (Country).
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Local Favourites
Margarita
Head of Marketing & Creative at Eagle Bay Brewing Co – let us in on her favourites. She is a straight talker and got right to the point.
Minako
Minako moved to Margaret River from Osaka 20 years ago and has never looked back.
Paul
Paul pinches himself every day that he landed the position of caretaker at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse a good 20 years ago.
Vanya
Vanya’s local knowledge goes back generations, discover her favourite places and top tips.
Tim
Photographer, surfer, sailer, and rock-climber. You won’t find Tim Campbell indoors very often.
Josh
Cultural Custodian and local Wadandi man Josh Whiteland spent his childhood growing up on the beaches of Busselton and Dunsborough.
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We’ve all got that friend who gets HANGRY waiting for dinner to arrive. Meet Steve, a baby pygmy possum rescued in Monday’s storm. Here he is, getting shouty because dinner is taking too long (five seconds) then in a milk coma afterwards. He plans on giving @dunsboroughwildlifecare a five-star review for their delicious food and comfy lodgings, but feels the service could have been quicker. 🍼⭐️😆 To assist Sasha and her amazing volunteers look after rescued wildlife, visit @dunsboroughwildlifecare to make a donation.
We may not have many zebras in the Margaret River region but we have plenty of Old Wives! Scientifically known as Enoplosus armatus, this angelic fish found under the @busseltonjettyofficial gets its common names from the striking patterns across its body (Zebra Fish) and the grinding teeth sound it makes when caught (Old Wife). This school here is totally protected however as they reside at the underwater observatory at the end of the jetty, which reopens for tours this weekend. You can enjoy spectacular views of the Geographe Bay marine life like @huntingforparadise here when you next visit the Southern Hemisphere's longest wooden pier!
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Gooood morning Augusta! No matter where you are in the Margaret River region it's always worth getting up for sunrise, however the riverbanks of the Blackwood provide a serene beauty that is truly unique. With the sounds of migratory birds starting their day and steamy air rising above still water, the scene is set for a day of exploring deep into the surrounding national parks and up-river tributaries. Australia's south western most town is without a doubt a place where #AdventureAwaits.
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Grab a bottle – it’s time to celebrate Chardonnay Day. The Margaret River region produces some of the world’s best chardy, with international critics likening some of our top examples to Burgundy’s finest. Chardonnay can be made in a range of styles, from the buttery and toasty to the delicate and minerally, so it’s worth tasting a few and working out what you love best.
The chardonnay vines are looking incredible right now, and it’s worth a visit just to soak up all the colours of autumn - reds, golds, greens and yellows as the vines lose their leaves. 📷 Scotty from @gralyn_estate snapped these shots in the vineyard and at nearby Wilyabrup Cliffs, where misty autumn mornings are just superb.
So crack open a bottle and drink to the Queen of Margies – the delicious Chardonnay.
It's not often you're immersed in true darkness, stillness and quietude... we think it's lovely! @from.miles.away enjoyed a moment of calm in Lake Cave @LakeCaveMR deep below Boranup Forest.
The famous caves of the region are open for tours once again, and there's never been a better time to check out these crystal wonderlands. Lake Cave and Jewel are crystal palaces - beautifully decorated with fully guided tours. Mammoth Cave's first chamber is wheelchair accessible, and in winter there's a wonderful stream running through the cave. Ngilgi and Mammoth Caves are both excellent for kids - Ngilgi's crawl tunnel is a hit with youngsters and both caves have a semi-guided or audio guided format, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.
But be sure to book ahead - with a maximum ten people on each tour, these underground tours are sure to fill up quickly. 🔦🌿 📸 @scottslawinski
South west regional borders re-open today, and we're thrilled to welcome visitors to our patch of paradise once again 🧡 It sounds like a few Perth peeps are packing up the kombi and hitting the road, with reports of accommodation businesses heavily booked. Fantastic!
Your down south getaway might look a bit different to usual, with many wineries and restaurants opening at a reduced capacity. We've compiled a list of businesses that are open, plus wineries, restaurants and cafes offering takeaway or deliveries - check out margaretriver.com/whats-open-essential/ (there's a link in our bio). This is also a great opportunity to see and do things differently. Explore some of the awesome nature based adventures on offer; hike a section of the Cape to Cape Track, discover a new beach, hit the mountain bike trails, zip line adventures or underground caves. Refuel at the local bakeries, grab an amazing takeaway from some of the region's best restaurants and conduct your own wine tasting or craft beer research back at the holiday house 🍷😉 .
Welcome back guys. Stay safe, remember to social distance. It's awesome to have you back in the @margaretriver region. 📸 @matteacarson