Published on Thursday, 24 November 2022 at 9:56:26 AM
A reminder to always drive below the high tide mark and to avoid driving on or disturbing the sand dunes.
Community members and tourists who use the beaches in Onslow are asked to drive on the hard sand as close to the water’s edge as possible. This will eliminate the risk of driving over turtle nests or leaving tyre tracks which can confuse hatchlings.
Please remember to always drive below the high tide mark and to avoid driving on or disturbing the sand dunes. This means driving below the high-water mark for the day not the highest high-water mark that you might see on the beach from previous high tides. Tide times are readily available online which will assist you in keeping nesting turtles and their hatchings safe.
If you do come across hatchlings making their way to the ocean, let them make their own way and be sure to reduce the use of artificial lights such as torches or flash photography to minimise the risk of them becoming disorientated.
If the tide is high and there is no hard sand to drive on, beachgoers are advised to refrain from driving and instead walk along the beach.
Directional signs in the area clearly indicate to all beachgoers where they can drive.
For more information, contact Western Sector Ranger Hamish James via [email protected]
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