Guilderton between the Moore River and the Indian Ocean

In Guilderton, the Moore River meets the Indian Ocean. Expansive white sandy beaches and the local surf breaks are other defining features of the town: surfers and windsurfers alike appreciate the waves. If you’re looking for a holiday destination connected to both river and sea, you’ll find different ways to plan your days here. This mix of river mouth, beach and surf may also influence your choice of a holiday rental in Guilderton.

River, surf and trails

In Guilderton, the Moore River offers clear, calm water that is suitable for safe swimming. There are good fishing spots at the river mouth and in the upper reaches of the river and estuary. So, as well as the surf, the river and estuary offer different waterscapes to explore. Depending on whether you prefer swimming, fishing or the surf, you can plan your outings around different features of Guilderton.

Two trails showcase different aspects of the town. Riverside Trail 1 is 470 m long, runs in one direction and passes close to the Moore River. The Foreshore Trail includes a concrete path, a wooden boardwalk and several sections of wooden stairs. If you like to choose trails based on their surface and route, you can take these specific features into account when planning, without treating the two routes as alike.

Lighthouse and local character

One notable landmark is the Guilderton Lighthouse. Built in 1983 from specially tapered red clay bricks, it is Australia’s last brick lighthouse. Its construction date and unusual brick material give the lighthouse a distinctive character. If you’re interested in architecture and local history as well as water and trails, the lighthouse offers a reason in its own right to get to know Guilderton better.

The town’s layout also says something about how the landscape has been treated: its site-sensitive planning preserved large areas of native vegetation within the town. This is a different aspect of the town from the beach and river mouth, drawing attention to vegetation within the built-up area. If you take a destination’s character into account, not just the activities on offer, you can include this feature in your decision to visit Guilderton.

The area’s history includes an early designation for picnics and camping: around 1905, a 100-acre property owned by Henry Brockman at Gabbadah, near the mouth of the Moore River, was set aside as a reserve for these purposes. This information refers to that property and its designation at the time.

Getting oriented and exploring nearby destinations

The Guilderton Visitor Centre is located on the foreshore in Edward Street, next to the caravan park. When weighing up different experiences for your trip, Guilderton offers a range of things to consider, including the beach and surf, calm river water, fishing spots, trails and the lighthouse. This can help you focus your holiday rental search on the destination and the type of stay you want, without assuming any particular accommodation features.

To explore another nearby destination, you can also discover Ledge Point.

For the broader travel overview: Shire of Gingin.