These rocks are actually fossilised trees. We would never have known this if it wasn't for the group of French students who were being led around by a tour guide. He explained how the area was originally covered by sea, the when the sea drew back trees and other plants were able to establish in the area. Then they believe a massive bushfire came through, demolishing most of the trees. Because the soil was sand and shells the lime and carbon somehow combined together to create these fossils of the tree remains. Then over time erosion has re-exposed them to create this amazing area we call the Pinnacles. We chose to do the 1.5km walk, which took us about two hours because it was so fascinating. This meant we didn't have enough time for the 4km drive. The WA National Park pass was handy here. We didn't have to pay any entry fee.
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| The view right out to the ocean. |
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