Best trails in Shannon National Park

This trail begins by crossing the causeway at Shannon Dam from the carpark located just off Upper Shannon Road. As you ascend higher and the ground becomes rocky, the karri crowns slowly become replaced by jarrah trees. You'll take a left and there's a boardwalk from where you can see Mokare’s Rock, that is covered with beautiful flowers, mosses and lichens. Enjoy the view across the Shannon River Basin, before slowly winding your way down to the short detour to Smeathers Rock for more...

This route connects Shannon Dam with the Shannon Campground. As you wander along the river, you'll take a step back in time, walking through forests that were once the life-blood of the mill town and have now re-grown. You can also spot remnants of the old railway line that was used to transport the huge logs. The Shannon Dam picnic area is an ideal spot for fishing, canoeing, swimming and BBQ.

Vast plains and ancient granite batholiths define this adventurous stretch of the Bibbulmun Track through the wild heart of D’Entrecasteaux National Park. As a premier long-distance trail, this world-class journey offers walkers a true sense of isolation, and this specific segment is Day #4 of the trek from Northcliffe to Walpole. The path leads from the tranquil Dog Pool campsite to the elevated Mount Chance, crossing the unique Pingerup Plains along the way. The landscape here is a...

Deep within the ancient landscapes of the south west, the track weaves through some of the most remote and rewarding terrain in the state. The Bibbulmun Track is an legendary long distance journey through Western Australia, and this segment marks a substantial day on the trail. Your journey travels from the tranquil surroundings of Lake Maringup through to the forest clearing at Dog Pool within the Shannon National Park. The environment here is wonderfully varied, shifting between the...

Shannon Camp Ground Loop is a relaxing walk in Shannon National Park. Listen to the Kookaburras laughing and enjoy your peaceful surroundings as you stroll through the Kari forest. Shannon Camp Ground has plenty of parking, wood-heated hot water, flushing toilets, picnic tables, and a sheltered BBQ area.

The bridal trails in Shannon National Park are well marked and make a beautiful day for riding around. During spring is the best time to visit, when the wildflowers along this trail are spectacular. You’ll pass through the areas of dense, tall karri forest that has been regenerated from harvesting operations in the late 1970’s to early 1980’s.