Best trails in Gloucester National Park
Gloucester National Park was named after a famous tree it is home to: the Gloucester Tree, a karri tree that was named after the Governor General Duke of Gloucester. The tree has a 61m high viewing platform that you can reach climbing the pegs that were inserted in it. But there are many other trees in the park forest that you can explore on a hike.
Top trails
- 4.4 (195)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrTowering Karri trees and lush gullies define this immersive bushwalk in the heart of the Southern Forests. Starting at the base of the historic Gloucester Tree, a giant of the region's fire lookout heritage. This route takes you deep into the timber country near Pemberton. The track offers a genuine workout, featuring a mix of winding paths and steep gradients that are sure to get the heart rate up. As you make your way through the Marri and Karri forest, you'll cross small creeks and might...
- 4.4 (55)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe Bibbulmun Track is one of the world's great long distance walk trails, stretching 1000km from Kalamunda on the outskirts of Perth, to the historic town of Albany on the south coast. This walk starts from the world's tallest climbable tree - the Gloucester Tree. The Track enters the Gloucester National Park, which is great example of the closed forest ecosystem that extends throughout the Great Southern region. The day walk finishes at The Cascades, a series of babbling rapids along...
- 4.4 (50)·Easy·0.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis is a beautiful trail through the Gloucester National Park in the south west corner of Western Australia. This looped route begins and ends from the Gloucester Tree parking area off Burma Road near the town of Pemberton. The trail itself is relatively short through beautiful forest with the highlight being The Gloucester Tree - a giant karri tree that is 58 metres tall. This is the second tallest fire-lookout tree in the world and you can climb up to a platform for views of the...
- 4.2 (38)·Easy·0.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis is a lovely short walk exploring some of the Gloucester National Park, located not too far south from the town of Pemberton in Western Australia. Parking is available at the trailhead on Power Road. You'll need to pay the national park fee to access this area and do the walk down to the beautiful little cascades.
- 4.8 (28)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrMassive karri trees and tranquil river valleys set the stage for an unforgettable trek through the heart of the Southern Forests. The Bibbulmun Track is a world-renowned long-distance journey, and this specific segment represents the first leg of the journey south from the timber town of Pemberton. This day of walking travels from the heart of Pemberton to the serene Warren campsite, nestled deep within the towering old-growth forest. Leaving the charm of Pemberton behind, the track quickly...
- 2.6 (7)·Easy·0.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrA nice little family friendly trail through the Gloucester National Park, located not too far from the town of Pemberton in the south west region of Western Australia. This looped route begins and ends from the Gloucester Tree Parking Area off Burma Road. Enjoy making a short loop through the forest and admiring the 58 metre high giant karri tree.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Gloucester National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Gloucester National Park is Gloucester Route, which has a 4.4 star rating from 195 reviews. This trail is 5.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 915 ft.
What is the longest trail in Gloucester National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Gloucester National Park is Bibbulmun Track: Pemberton to Warren. This trail is estimated to be 12.9 mi long.
How many trails are in Gloucester National Park?
There are 6 trails in Gloucester National Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 373 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gloucester National Park?
Bibbulmun Track: Pemberton to Warren has the most elevation gain with 2,611 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Bibbulmun Track: Gloucester Tree to the Lefroy Brook Cascades, which has 1,430 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Gloucester National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Gloucester National Park which is Bibbulmun Track: Pemberton to Warren with an average 4.8 star rating from 28 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Gloucester National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Gloucester National Park and the most popular is Gloucester Route with an average 4.4 star rating from 195 community reviews.