A mere three hour drive from Perth is Cervantes: home of the Pinnacles Desert or Nambung National Park. The Pinnacles Desert is a forest of petrified limestone pillars. Against the sky they look more like sentinels standing guard.

These natural sculptors can officially be found within the Nambung National Park which is a 20 minute drive from Cervantes; entry is $10. Asides from the lonely limestone sentinels there are loads of other things to see.

At Kangaroo Point you will by greeted by stunning views of Cervantes and Cervantes Island. You will find barbeque grills and picnic tables at the Point. Cervantes also has reliable wind thereby making the place a decent spot to try windsurfing.

Another sea-side stopover is Hangover Bay. Hangover has a boat launch and the water nearby is great for diving and snorkeling. Don't be too surprised if you come across bottlenose dolphins or the occasional sea lion. See the Pinnacles Visitor Centre.