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Frenchman Bay Road: Albany to The Gap, Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia
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Frenchman Bay Road: Albany to The Gap

Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia · Albany → The Gap

Leisurely9.1 mi20 min400 ft climbHigh point ≈ 200 ftOne way
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The drive

Frenchman Bay Road and The Gap Road take you from Albany out to Torndirrup National Park on the Southern Ocean, 15 km (9 mi) in about 20 minutes. The road is mostly gentle with a small climb, running past Frenchman Bay and then onto the park's granite coast.

The Gap is a deep channel cut into 40 m coastal granite, with viewing platforms nearby, and Natural Bridge is close to it. The Gap car park has extra parking bays and bays for long vehicles. The Blowholes are also in the park, with a 1.6 km return walk that climbs on the way back. The drive ends on The Gap Road before the car park.

Along the way

  1. Albany (Frenchman Bay Road)
  2. The Gap
Elevation
400 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 200 ft
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Curves
Mostly gentle curves
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Good to know

  • Torndirrup is a national park and a per-vehicle entry fee applies, covered by a WA parks pass.
  • The coast has a record of people being washed off the rocks by large waves: stay behind the barriers and don't rock fish here.
  • Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the park.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Parks and Wildlife Service WA: Park alerts.

Questions about this drive

How long does Frenchman Bay Road from Albany to The Gap take?

Frenchman Bay Road and The Gap Road from Albany to The Gap is 15 km (9 mi) and takes about 20 minutes.

Is there an entry fee at Torndirrup National Park?

Yes. A per-vehicle national park entry fee applies, and a WA parks pass covers it.

Are there parking bays for caravans at The Gap?

The upgraded Gap car park has nine long-vehicle bays as well as 76 extra parking bays.

Is it safe to walk out on the rocks near The Gap?

The viewing platforms are safe, but the coast has a record of people being washed into the ocean, and Parks and Wildlife asks visitors to take extreme caution.

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