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Stories of the Sunset Coast

Explore the Sunset Coast through the stories that shape it.

Stories of the Sunset Coast invites you to see Perth’s northern coastline a little differently, through the connections between people, land and nature that continue to define our region.

This experience is designed for curious explorers, locals and visitors alike, who enjoy understanding more about the places they visit. Whether you’re walking a trail such as 10th Light Horse Trail or the Yaberoo Budjara Heritage Trail, visiting the Wanneroo Regional Museum or Gallery, or spending time at Perry’s Paddock, there’s always another layer to discover.

Pick up your copy of Stories of the Sunset Coast from any local library in the Cities of Wanneroo, Joondalup or Stirling.

Dive Deeper

Start exploring the online interactive map on the Destination Perth website.

Interactive Map

There are three ways to explore

Wherever you begin, each location connects to one or more of three storytelling lenses:

  • People & Connections | Discover stories of Whadjuk Noongar Country, local heritage and the communities that have shaped life over generations.
  • Land & Time | Uncover the ancient landscapes beneath your feet, from wind‑formed limestone to shifting dune systems that continue to shape the coastline today.
  • Nature & Life | Experience the ecosystems that thrive here, from coastal bushland and wetlands to reefs and marine habitats.

Together, these layers reveal why each place matters, what makes it distinctive, and how it fits into the wider Sunset Coast.

People & Connections

📍 Example: King Neptune, Two Rocks

Discover how the cultures, traditions and creativity of the Wadjak Noongar people, early settlers and local communities have shaped the Sunset Coast, with stories revealed through cottages, kilns, shipwrecks, street art and cherished community places
Neptune

Land & Time

📍 Example: Crystal Cave, Yanchep

Explore a coastline sculpted over thousands to millions of years by wind, water and shifting dunes, where cliffs, caves and ancient Tamala Limestone formations offer a glimpse into the deep geological forces beneath your feet.

Nature & Life

📍 Example: Yanchep National Park

Experience the living environments of the Sunset Coast, from wetlands alive with birdlife to wildflower-rich bushland and colourful marine habitats, highlighting the region’s biodiversity and the delicate balance between people and nature

Plan your journey

You can explore the Stories of the Sunset Coast in a way that suits you. Follow your curiosity between nearby sites, build a full‑day itinerary, or take your time discovering places close to home.

The printed guide, including an illustrated map and key sites, is available at libraries in the City of Wanneroo, as well as selected locations across the Cities of Joondalup and Stirling.

Or start exploring the digital experience for expanded stories, visitor information and an interactive map.

Uncover the stories that connect the Sunset Coast.

Go to stories webpage

This is a collaborative geotourism initiative by the Cities of Wanneroo, Joondalup and Stirling, delivered through the Sunset Coast Alliance.