Situated at the Moore River mouth, 94 kilometres north of Perth, the picturesque town of Guilderton is a favourite spot for anglers who have the choice of ocean or river fishing. The town has a tranquil atmosphere and is popular among retirees, families and holidaymakers.
The Moore River provides a safe swimming area for children while the ocean usually provides good waves for surfers. Explore the upper reaches of the river and its wildlife on a boat cruise or hire a canoe.
The town has a general store with a full range of groceries and takeaways, a country club, roadhouse, bowling green, tennis courts, nine hole golf course and canoe and boat hire.
Accommodation is available at the caravan park situated on the banks of the Moore River; private residences are also often available for rent.
The major attractions of Guilderton include the Moore River and its beach, ideal for a range of activities and the Moore River Estuary which is a calm sheltered stretch of water ideal for swimming, fishing boating and barbeques. There is a concrete boat launching ramp and large car park and picnic barbeque area adjacent to the caravan park.
Located five kilometres before the Guilderton town site, due west, are the Sunken Pinnacles. These are similar to the Nambung National Park Pinnacles but have been exposed by unnatural means. Regularly observed by visitors, they can be easily seen from the roadside.
The Guilderton Lighthouse is the last lighthouse to be built in Western Australia. The red brick lighthouse was established in 1983 and is the only major navigation light between Fremantle and Jurien Bay.
