Works start on $3.3m upgrades to tourist spot The Gap and Natural Bridge in Torndirrup National Park

The Gap and Natural Bridge were closed for renovations and improvements from Saturday for the $3.3 million upgrades that were announced in February.

Construction will begin on the upgrades this week with new toilets installed, roads redeveloped and parking spots for an additional 60 vehicles to accommodate increasing visitation to the Torndirrup National Park. The upgrades aim to create safer road access to the popular landmarks.

During the upgrades The Gap Road from the intersection with Frenchman Bay Road will be closed, as well as Cable Beach and Cable Beach Lighthouse.

The upgrades are the second phase of a $3.3m Gap improvement project to enhance tourist experiences in the national park and the area is expected to reopen towards the end of this year.

The Torndirrup National Park gets up to 430,000 visitors every year.

During his visit in February Mr Cook said his Government was committed to delivering quality regional tourism and described the Great Southern coastline as a “jewel” in WA’s tourism offerings.

“Upgrading facilities in the area will mean more people can experience this natural wonder for themselves,” he said.

Jimmy Newells, Sharp Point, Blowholes and Salmon Holes will remain open during the upgrades.