Story: Stories of the Sunset Coast
Episode: 19
Presenter: Alex Crisp
Air Date: 28 June 2026
Alex explores Perth’s Sunset Coast, discovering coastal adventures, local history and hidden gems through the Stories of the Sunset Coast visitor guide.
- Stretching from Cottesloe to Two Rocks, the Sunset Coast features some of Perth’s most iconic beaches, coastal landscapes, natural attractions and cultural experiences.
- Stories of the Sunset Coast is a self-guided tourism initiative designed to encourage visitors to explore the region at their own pace.
- The guide is available as both a printed map from local libraries and an interactive map via Destination Perth.
- The Wanneroo Regional Museum is one of the featured destinations, sharing the history of the region from traditional Whadjuk Noongar Country through to the development of farming communities and modern coastal suburbs.
- Through artefacts, photographs and interactive displays, the museum helps visitors better understand the people, stories and events that shaped the Sunset Coast region.
- The Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails, located within Yellagonga Regional Park, provide a family-friendly outdoor adventure experience through banksia woodlands and alongside Lake Joondalup.
- The seven-kilometre trail network caters to beginner and intermediate riders and showcases the region’s unique natural environment.
- Mettams Pool, located within Marmion Marine Park, is one of Perth’s most popular snorkelling and swimming destinations.
- Protected by a natural reef, the lagoon is known for its calm conditions, clear water and diverse marine life, making it a favourite for visitors year-round.
- Stories of the Sunset Coast connects visitors with a range of cultural, historical, recreational and environmental experiences across Perth’s northern coastline.
- The guide encourages both locals and visitors to discover destinations, stories and experiences they may not have previously explored in their own backyard.
For more information, head to:
www.destinationperth.com.au
