Top sunrise & sunset spots in the Margaret River Region

1. Busselton Beach overlooking the Jetty

Early in the morning when the bay is glassy and calm is an ideal time to head down to watch the day unfold.

2. Dunsborough foreshore at the end of Elmore Road

There is a lovely little lagoon here that is often full of birds.

3. Meelup Beach.

Beautiful any time of day, really!

4. Sugarloaf Rock

The viewing platform is a great spot for watching the sun go down. You may also see whales or dolphins.

5. Yallingup Beach

There is plenty of space here among the rocks to sit and watch the sunset as well as the surfers on one of the most iconic surf breaks in the region. Dolphins are often spotted in the waves showing the surfers just how it’s really done!

6. Canal Rocks

Lots of people scramble up the rocks to get the best viewpoints, or you can go out and stand on the little bridge over one of the canals.

7. Injidup Beach

Sit and relax on the benches on the viewing platform to the right of the car park. There’s a wonderful view of Cape Clairault and the “mobile dunes” to the south.

8. Gracetown

Just before Cowaramup Bay Road drops into Gracetown, there is a dirt car park on the right. Pull into here for an amazing view of the bay and surfers.

9. Margaret Rivermouth and Surfers Point

Surfers Point is well set up with viewing platforms and benches so you can comfortably linger to watch the sunset or the surfers on Main Break.

10. Hamelin Bay

Grab a patch of white sand and sit back and enjoy.


These are the most popular viewing areas for sunrises and sunsets. There are many more for you to discover as you wander around the Margaret River Region.

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