Gnaraloo station is about 1000km north of Perth, about 160km north of Carnarvon, and 80km south of Coral Bay. It is regarded as one of the best windsurfing spots in Western Australia, competing with Margaret River for wave size, consistency and form. This map shows the position of Gnaraloo on the coast. The property is an old sheep station, that has been converted into a tourist destination and is run by the Japanese Hakko group. The drive to Gnaraloo takes about 10 hours (along the Great Eastern Highway). It is also possible to fly into the station in a light aircraft, as there is an airstrip on the property, but be warned, it gets little use. Alternatively it would be possible to fly to Carnarvon, hire a car and drive up from there.
Gnaraloo is a working pastoral station and wilderness tourism business adjacent to the Ningaloo Marine Park, 150 kilometres north of Carnarvon, in Western Australia. Famous for its stunning coastline, wildlife and fishing. Legendary for its waves and wind. Nice breaks about 100 yards out on a reef. Left to right (goofy foot for surfers), clean waves 5-6 foot usually. Great clean, wild place! Watch out for goanas!
Sailing Type: |Bump&Jump| |Wave|
Best Wind Direction: |North| |South| |Southwest|
Beach & Facilities: |Restrooms| |Showers| |Parking Area| |Tables| |Shade| |Camping| |Hotel|
Accessibility: Accessible by car.
Rigging Area: Mostly Sand
Gnaraloo is situated 150kms north of Carnarvon. Take the Blowholes turnoff; turn right at the 'king waves' sign and go north past Quobba Station and Red Bluff until you reach Gnaraloo. The road is sealed for 75kms and unsealed for 75kms. It is usually Ok for 2WD vehicles but track conditions can vary. Please check conditions before you set off (see 'what's the unsealed road like' for more details and contacts) and remember to take plenty of water with you on your trip.