Caravan parks in Shark Bay

With its soaring red sea cliffs, rocky islands, and more than 600 miles (1,000 kilometres) of sand and shell beaches swirling with turquoise waters, the Shark Bay UNESCO World Heritage Area is one of Western Australia’s wildest corners. Road trippers be warned—a high-clearance 4WD is required to reach most of Shark Bay’s beaches, natural wonders, and campgrounds. It’s worth the bumpy drive to camp out at Steep Point, mainland Australia’s westernmost point; visit Dirk Hartog Island, the site of the first recorded European landing on Australian soil; or explore the white-sand beaches of Francois Peron National Park. Caravan campers seeking easier access and powered sites can also check into Shark Bay’s holiday village or caravan park, where facilities include a camp kitchen and swimming pool. You’ll also want to ditch the wheels and take to the water—the bay is known for its dolphins, dugongs, turtles, and manta rays.