Learn about Cervantes’ Spanish heritage and deep connection to the ocean on the self-guided Cervantes Art Trail, featuring many unique pieces, sculptures and murals by local artists and community members.
The trail begins as you approach the town along Cervantes Rd, where the striking Don Quixote inspired Giant Wind Vane welcomes you. A little further along, it’s hard not to miss the giant steel dhufish sculpture, created by the local Cervantes Men’s Shed. Just across from RAC Cervantes Holiday Park, grab a snap with the life-sized windsurfer sculpture.
To explore them all, pick up a map of the art trail from the Pinnacles Visitor Centre on Cadiz Street. Please note some of the artworks are located on private property, so please be mindful of the owner’s property and privacy.
Cervantes also hosts a popular biennial arts festival, held every October, celebrating the region’s thriving arts community. However, the art trail is available year-round, providing an interesting way to explore the town further by foot, bike, or car.
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The pristine coastal waters of the Jurien Bay Marine Park provide the perfect playground for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).
Staying at RAC Cervantes Holiday Park, you’re just steps from the beach at Ronsard Bay. From here, you can walk or cycle along the Turquoise Way Trail to Thirsty Point Lookout or continue to the dog-friendly Hansen Bay, both quiet spots to enjoy the coastline.
For snorkelling, Hangover Bay is a local favourite thanks to its sheltered location. Located a short drive from Cervantes and close to the Pinnacles, it’s a great spot to visit after exploring the iconic limestone formation desert. With picnic tables and gas barbecues, Hangover Bay is the spot for a relaxed day by the water.
Around the coast, the wind tends to pick up in the afternoons, so head to the beach in the morning for the best conditions.
If you’d like to try your hand at stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), boards are available to hire from the Lobster Shack. No experience is needed, as a brief on-land lesson will give you the confidence to explore the scenic coastline. Additional snorkel and SUP hire gear is available from Jurien Bay Adventure Co in Jurien Bay, just 20 minutes north of Cervantes.
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When visiting the Lobster Shack in Cervantes, you can dine on local seafood, take a behind-the-scenes factory tour or even head out on a lobster-catching adventure.
On sunny days, the outdoor deck of the beachside restaurant is the perfect spot to tuck into a succulent seafood feast. Enjoy a menu featuring fresh fish, prawns, and, of course, lobster, caught locally and grilled to perfection. The restaurant operates on a walk-in basis for groups under 10, so there’s no need to book ahead.
For a behind-the-scenes look at the lobster industry, head to the Lobster Factory located next to the restaurant. The 30-minute tour takes you through the fascinating process of how lobsters are caught, sorted, and processed. From the overhead viewing platform, watch as live lobsters are sorted in the processing facility. The tour ends in the touch pool room, where you can get up close to the lobsters and even pick one up!
For a more hands-on experience, join a Lobster Catching Tour. Hop aboard a boat in the Jurien Bay Marine Park, where you’ll work alongside the skipper to haul in cray pots and bring in the day’s catch. The Lobster Shack also offers seasonal Sea Lion Swim tours, providing the chance to interact with playful Australian sea lions in their natural habitat.
Bookings for the Lobster Catching and Sea Lion Swim tours can be made online.
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The Turquoise Way Trail is a scenic, fully sealed bitumen path that hugs the shoreline of the Jurien Bay Marine Park, perfect for stretching your legs, going for a cycle, or simply soaking in the pristine beauty of Jurien Bay’s unspoilt coast.
Spanning 14 kilometres one way, the trail runs from the Jurien Bay Marina to the Hill River Estuary, with roofed shelters and picnic tables conveniently placed along the route.
At the northern end near town, the Dobbyn Park foreshore area is a hub of activity, featuring playgrounds, a skatepark, and picnic facilities to keep families entertained. With easy access to the beach, cafés, and public toilets, it’s an ideal spot to start or end your journey.
The trail is suitable for walkers, prams, cyclists, and skateboarders, offering flexibility to enjoy as much or as little of the path as you like.
Bicycle hire is available in Jurien Bay through Jurien Bay Adventure Co, making it easy to explore the trail even if you don’t have your own bike. For a fun and invigorating way to kick off the weekend, join the Jurien Bay Park Run at 8 am every Saturday, starting at the Jurien Bay Foreshore.
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