Best trails in Walpole-Nornalup National Park

The 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 is in the Walpole Wilderness Area, which boasts some of WA's most spectacular landscapes, coasts, habitats and vegetation. Consisting of a number of national parks and reserves, the Walpole Wilderness Area safeguards areas of environmental, biodiversity and indigenous significance. The day walk...

Deep in the heart of Walpole-Nornalup National Park, this out-and-back trek offers a breathtaking journey through some of Western Australia’s most ancient forests. Starting from the Hilltop Lookout, which provides panoramic views of the Nornalup Inlet and Southern Ocean, the trail follows a well-maintained section of the world-renowned Bibbulmun Track. The true stars of this walk are the massive Red Tingle trees, which are unique to this small corner of the world. You'll wind through a lush,...

Towering giants and ancient forest magic define this short loop within Walpole-Nornalup National Park. The journey leads you deep into a rare pocket of Red Tingle forest to witness the colossal Giant Tingle Tree, a massive eucalypt with a hollowed-out base caused by past fires. These unique trees are found nowhere else on earth, and some specimens are estimated to be over 400 years old. The track is a mix of bitumen and gravel, featuring a well-maintained boardwalk that protects the...

This is a beautiful hike through the tingle and karri trees of Walpole-Nornalup National Park. This route begins by leading you to the summit of Mount Clare, before descending along the Bibbulmun Track down to Deep River. There is a suspension bridge over the river that is a nice place to admire nature. You'll then follow Tinglewood Drive, before taking a left onto a walking track to return back to Mount Clare picnic area.

Meander across the forest floor between 400 year old red tingle trees. The Ancient Empire is an interpretative trail that meanders across the forest floor in between 400 year old red tingle trees. The trail follows the story of the lost era of Gondwana. Much of the plant life in this forest is unique to the south-west of Western Australia. Trees such as the tingle only occur in this small area and as such provide a window to the past. Some of the flora and fauna found here have origins that...

The 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 from Conspicuous Cliffs to the Rame Head campsite provides a taste of unspoiled coastline. Much of the coastline around Walpole is gorgeously rugged, but difficult to get to. Conspicuous Beach is one of the few beaches in the area accessible to two-wheel-drive vehicles. As an example of WA's wild...

Rugged coastal cliffs and the salty spray of the Southern Ocean create a dramatic backdrop for one of the world's great long distance walks. The Bibbulmun Track offers an incredible journey through the diverse landscapes of the South West, and this specific stage is the day that travels from the Rame Head campsite to the sheltered waters of Peaceful Bay. It is a brilliant stretch for anyone wanting to experience the raw beauty of the coastline within the Walpole Nornalup National Park. The...

A great walk from the town of Walpole, in the south-western region of Western Australia. The trail begins from the visitors centre and leads you down to Coalmine Beach and back again. From a small park proclaimed in 1910, Walpole-National Park has grown to a a reserve of national significance. It features iconic attractions including the Tree Top Walk in the Valley of the Giants and it is part of the magnificent Walpole Wilderness.

A lovely dog and family-friendly 2km walk in the woodlands immediately behind Walpole information centre. Stroll amongst the Karri, Tingle, and Marri trees as you listen to the abundant birdlife. The route starts from the information centre carpark. Here there is parking, BBQs, and public bathrooms. The first 120 metres follow a wheelchair-friendly boardwalk through peppermint trees. Along the route, there are info boards detailing how to identify marri, karri, karri oak and yellow...

A lovely trail in the south west corner of Western Australia, located not too far off the South Western Highway, just west of the town of Walpole. This out and back route begins and ends from the parking and picnic area on Tinglewood Road where the Bibbulmun Track intersects. Follow the track out to the Mount Clare lookout point and back again, passing through the beautiful Tinglewood Forest.