List of Bushwalks in Shire Of Manjimup

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Starting from the Swarbrick Art Trail Car Park, North Walpole, this circuit walk takes you to the Swarbrick Art Walk. Immersed in different artworks depicting the historical background of the conservations efforts that have taken place around the area, Swarbrick Art Walk is an informative trail about past events. There is a 39-metre long stainless steel wall. It gives informational and aboriginal messages about the conservation of wildlife over the past 100 years. The area is also host to old karri trees that surround you and bring tranquillity to the area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Swarbrick Art Walk

610 m circuit

30 min

Starting from the car park at the end of Beedlup Falls Car Park, Beedlup, this walk takes you to Beedlup falls and back via the Bibbulmun Track. You can take a short stroll around the falls and enjoy the views scattered through the karri forest with a cluster of nature that has existed for thousands of years. It is also possible to encounter wild birds, which makes the walk appealing for enthusiasts. The area around the falls has a boardwalk and bridges are present at crossings. There are certain sections with stairs on the second half of the walk, but you can backtrack from the lookout to avoid them. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Beedlup Falls Circuit

890 m circuit

20 min to 30 min

Beedlup Falls Circuit

Waterfall

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Starting from the car park off Hilltop Road, Walpole, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the tingle and karri forest, during which you also visit the Giant Tingle Tree. This hollow giant is one of its kind with its enormity and shape, and the species itself is only found in this part of the world. You can experience the sublimity while standing beside it and only wonder how unbelievable mother nature is. Being a dreamlike walk, it is suitable for families and young children with informative signs and QR codes along the track. You might want to wear proper footwear and clothing as the area can get relatively wet after rainfall. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Giant Tingle Tree

1000 m circuit

20 min to 40 min

Starting from the car park along Burma Road, Pemberton, this walk takes you on a stroll in Gloucester National Park. It is a lightly trafficked circuit that offers a glimpse at nature through the marri and karri forest. The plantation is pretty diverse and suitable for enthusiasts. In addition, it is possible to climb the Gloucester Tree to enjoy the amazing view it provides. It is one of the tallest trees that can be climbed in the world. The picnic facilities and seats are also provided at the beginning of the track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Karri Views Circuit

1.1 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

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Starting from the Northcliffe Pioneer Museum, Northcliffe, this walk takes you to Acacia Picnic Spot and back via the Bibbulmun Track. This walk is for those who are looking for a beautiful walk to complete with the family. You can start the trail from the back of the Northcliffe Pioneer Museum. After you pass through the coastal swamp vegetation, you reach the Acacia Picnic spot, where you can have your lunch and take a break. There is a BBQ, a shelter and seats on the spot. The walk is also suitable for young children. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bardi Creek Trail

1.3 km return

45 min to 1 h 18 min

Understory Sculpture Circuit

Understory Sculpture Circuit

1.5 km circuit

20 min to 52 min

Starting from the car park off Muirrilup Road, Northcliffe, this circuit walk takes you to the Art in Nature Walk. This walk is immersed in a series of artworks that are placed in a natural bush setting and allows visitors to experience a museum setting in an open area. Some of them interact with the ecosystem and fill the hollows of trees, while there are written and auditory works that adolescents can enjoy as well. You might want to be aware of snakes during the summer days. The walk is open between 9.30am – 4.00pm with last entry at 3pm. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the car park off Windy Harbour Road, Windy Harbour, this return walk takes you to the Mount Chudalup Lookout and back. At the end of the trail surrounded by sedges, on the enormous granite rising above the said karri trees, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of D'Entrecastreaux National Park, the coastal area and sand dunes that are formed by the continuous Southern Ocean winds. There is a picnic area and a bathroom stall. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed. You might want to be cautious about the edges of the cliff as well. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mount Chudalup

1.5 km return

30 min to 1 h

Starting from the car park off Tinglewood road, Broke, this return walk takes you to the Mount Clare Summit and back via the Bibblemun Track. The path follows a dense forest that hosts enormous karri and tingle trees, isolating one instantaneously. The Summit offers you great views of the Walpole Wilderness and the Southern Ocean. Bringing insect repellent is a great idea to be protected from march flies. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mount Clare Trail

1.8 km return

30 min to 50 min

Starting from the car park off Graphite Road, Glenoran, this return walk takes you to One tree bridge and back. The tranquil karri and marri forest hosts the purple-crowned lorikeets, which jump in between the trees while they are searching for the tastiest nectar. You can listen to them through the trail and see 4 Aces, perfectly lined four enormous karri trees growing in the forest. It is an informative walk, and you can see more informative signs when you reach One Tree Bridge. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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One Tree Bridge Trail

2 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

One Tree Bridge Trail

Mount Frankland Summit and Caldyanup Trails

Mount Frankland Summit and Caldyanup Trails

2.2 km circuit

1 h to 2 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Mount Frankland Road, this walk takes you on a circuit past the Wilderness View Lookout, then up to the summit of Mount Frankland and down around the mountain via the Summit and Caldyanup Trails. Combining three short trails in Mount Frankland National Park, this walk follows an elevated metal walkway to the Wilderness View Lookout, then leads to the top of Mount Frankland via the bitumen Summit Trail before circling around the mountain via the Caldyanup Trail. Featuring exceptional views of the Walpole Wilderness as well as Mount Frankland itself, this short scenic walk immerses you in one of the best granite and karri areas in Australia's South West. The walk to the Wilderness View Lookout is only a few hundred meters from the car park, featuring a stainless steel walkway that follows the contour of a granite hill dominated by karri forest and a mossy rock face. It's a relatively short trip to the edge of the hill, where a viewing platform extends out above the trees, providing magnificent views of the forest below and the peaks far on the horizon. The Summit Trail starts with a gentle incline, following a bitumen path with plenty of little benches along its route. On either side of the path, the karri-dominated forest is lush and beautiful, with the track rising fairly quickly. The bitumen path eventually ends, leading to a series of concrete steps and metal ladders. The final ascent has some of the best views of the whole trail, and once you reach the summit you will encounter the Towerman's Lookout and be rewarded with spectacular 360° views of the surrounding landscape. Branching off from close to where the Summit Trail first reaches the granite dome on the way up, the Caldyanup Trail starts by skirting along the granite slope of Mount Frankland, following a stainless steel walkway that soon gives way to a natural surface with mostly rocky terrain. The trail continues to follow the dome as it descends, giving walkers a sense of this monolith's sheer size from multiple vantage points. It eventually loops back to join the Summit Trail at the picnic area, from where walkers can return via the same route to the car park. Mount Frankland has good facilities for a fairly remote park, including a large arrival shelter with maps and information about the geology and the walks in the area, as well as a picnic area that's equipped with gas barbecues and has picnic tables. The walk is largely well signed, with maps and interpretive panels mainly along the Summit Trail. Wheelchair access is available to the picnic area, toilet and Wilderness View Lookout. The ascent to the summit includes many steep concrete steps and a short ladder climb, requiring a reasonable level of fitness. The trail around the granite dome is challenging, with uneven surfaces and occasional natural obstacles. Walkers should consider the weather conditions before proceeding on this walk, as the granite surfaces can be slippery when wet. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the car park off Old Vasse Road, Yeagarup, this walk takes you to Warren River Lookout in Warren National Park, visiting Dave Evans Memorial Tree along the way. You can enjoy the spectacular view of the river and have a little picnic at the same time. It is an informative walk with signs on the lookout regarding the Warren River. Additionally, the track is surrounded by a magnificent karri forest with sheoak and cedar trees mixed in. For adventurers, it is possible to climb Dave Evans Memorial Tree and enjoy the breathtaking open view from the top as well. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Warren River Lookout

2.5 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h

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Pumphill Uphill & Drop Bear Circuit

Pumphill Uphill & Drop Bear Circuit

2.7 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Starting from the car park on Pump Hill Road, Pemberton, this walk takes you to the top of Pump Hill. This walk is considered to be one of the most effortless and best within the Pemberton Mountain Bike Park; it traverses through the stunning Karri forest and is actually an old railway corridor. The trail is uphill only for bikers, but hikers can use it in both directions. From the top of the trail, visitors can enjoy the views, and bikers can access other ascending trails such as Longshanks and Drop Bear; or they can head over to the west side of Pump Hill Road via Down Dale. There are gentle hilly sections for hikers, and the texture is formed. The trail is suitable for beginner/novice mountain bikers in good health with basic mountain bike skills and using off-road bikes. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Shannon Lodge in the campground, this walk takes you on a circuit in Shannon National Park, following old railway lines throughout the forest. This is an informative walk, and the area offers visitors opportunities to do other activities such as canoeing, along with useful amenities. The area used to be an old mill town that compensated for the timber shortage during the period after WWII. The buildings were removed after the mill was closed in 1968. it is possible to stay the night, the texture of the path is formed, and there are only gentle steep sections. No experience is required. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Shannon Campground Loop

2.8 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Shannon Campground Loop

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Starting from Pioneer Museum, Northcliffe, this walk takes you on a circuit through coastal swamp vegetation. This walk is for the ones that are looking for a quick, effortless escape to the forest. You can opt to have a picnic in Arcadia picnic spot in the middle of the forest. It is possible to spot bright red bottlebrushes along the walk during the summer. There are only gentle hilly sections, but the path can be slippery during the winter as there are rocky sections. No bushwalking experience is required. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bardi Creek Circuit

2.9 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Gloucester Tree from Pemberton

Gloucester Tree from Pemberton

3.1 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from Pemberton Visitor Centre, Pemberton, this one-way walk takes you to Gloucester Tree. It is one of the tallest trees that you can climb in the world, with an amazing view from the top. The area is also host to wildlife, and it is possible to see kangaroos while you are traversing through the dense karri and marri forest. You may complete the trail in the early morning for a more tranquil experience and to visit the area when it is less crowded. There are also picnic facilities and tables if you want to have your lunch after your climb. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the gravel car park on Wheatley Coast Road, Quinninup, this walk takes you on a circuit around Karri Lake. The trail is pretty serene and idyllic, which makes it suitable for a refreshing experience through the old karri trees and diverse vegetation. Isolate yourself and enjoy the pristine views through the trail. There are also fallen logs along; make sure to have a look at them as you can find fungi and different types of moss growing on them. Additionally, it is possible to encounter wildlife such as local kangaroos. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Karri Lake Trail

3.6 km circuit

1 h to 2 h

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1 h 30 min, 2 h 15 min to 2 days

Deep River Loop

4.4 km circuit

1 h 30 min, 2 h 15 min to 2 days

Starting from Mount Clare car park on Tinglewood Drive, Broke, this walk takes you on a circuit, wandering through the tingle and karri trees. Enter the Walpole Wilderness Area, which hosts different species of birds and animals. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery from The Deep River suspension bridge over the reflections on the river. There is a Bibbulmun Track campsite on Mt Clare suitable for multi-day visitors, accessible only by foot. Bushwalking experience and a good level of fitness are recommended, as there is limited signage in the area, and tracks can be long with a rough texture. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Birdwatching

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Starting from the Boorara Tree car park off Boorara Road, Boorara-Gardner National Park, this walk takes you to Lane Poole Falls and back via the Lane Poole Falls Walk Trail. The first thing you notice when you arrive in the car park is the giant Boorara Tree, one of the last lookout trees pegged in the Southern Forests. There is a replica cabin of the original lookout tower on the grounds of the picnic area, as well as toilet facilities and picnic benches. The trailhead for the walk is really close to the cabin. The walk follows an old firebreak, passing through majestic stands of karri and marri forest that are full of wildflowers in spring. Interpretive signs along the way display interesting details about these magnificent trees and the local environment. The path is fairly flat for much of its distance, with a gentle downhill gradient before a steep descent to the falls. There are no trail markers, but the trail is fairly easy to follow. Some distance into the trail is a forest lookout that also serves as a rest stop and shelter. From the lookout, the gradient increases in steepness, eventually featuring a metal handrail that has been installed to assist with balance. Upon reaching the end of the descent, you'll be rewarded with a lovely wooden platform overlooking Lane Poole Falls. If you visit after heavy rains, the falls thunder noisily into the creek bed, in stark contrast to the peacefulness of the surrounding forest. The falls dwindle to just a trickle in the dryness of summer, but you can still enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this hidden valley with its towering river banksias. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Lane Poole Falls

4.9 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Waterfall

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Coalmine Beach Heritage Trail

Coalmine Beach Heritage Trail

6 km return

1 h to 2 h

Starting from the Walpole-Nornalup Visitor Centre off the South Western Highway, Walpole, this walk takes you to Coalmine Beach via the Coalmine Beach Heritage Trail. This easy trail winds around the shoreline of Walpole Inlet through wetlands and forest outcrops until arriving at Coalmine Beach on the scenic Nornalup Inlet. Interpretive signs along the way help walkers imagine what life was like in this area in the 1930s. The first settlers of this gorgeous, secluded place had to be self-sufficient and versatile. Coalmine Beach Heritage Trail presents a glimpse of how these settlers may have scrutinised the natural environment for materials that could be used for food, clothing, tools and building materials. This walk is suitable for all levels of experience and fitness, with much of the walk on boardwalks and the rest on a hard and compacted pea gravel trail. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Giant Tree to Coalmine Beach

Giant Tree to Coalmine Beach

6.2 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Starting from the car park on Tingle Drive, Walpole, this walk takes you to Coalmine Beach Holiday Park via Bibbulmun Track. The walk commences from the Giant Tingle Tree with a girth of 24m, the largest-girthed living eucalypt known in the world and allows visitors to enjoy panoramic views of Nornalup Inlet and the Southern Ocean. Visitors then descend to Coalmine Beach on the shores of the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park. The area is host to a number of splendid karri and red tingles, which are a feast for the eye during springtime. The walk can be completed as a return as well. Some bushwalking experience is required; the track can have short steep sections and rough surfaces. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the car park at the end of D'Entrecasteaux Drive, Windy Harbour, this walk takes you on a journey along the cliffs of D'Entrecasteaux National Park. This walk is both informative and scenic due to the variety of rock formations just before the ocean. The featured informative signs along the path allow visitors to learn more about the geological and botanical background of the area as well. Visitors can opt to complete the walk as a one-way as there is a car park at the end of the trail. The track is formed, but there can be uneven rock surfaces and gentle hilly sections. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Clifftop Survivors Trail

6.2 km return

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Clifftop Survivors Trail

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Shedley Drive (Mount Clare) Loop

Shedley Drive (Mount Clare) Loop

7.8 km circuit

2 h 15 min, 3 h 45 min to 2 days

7.8 km

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2 h 15 min, 3 h 45 min to 2 days

Starting from Mount Clare car park on Tinglewood Drive, Broke, this walk takes you on a loop in the Walpole Wilderness area. This walk is a great opportunity to experience the wilderness and enjoy views of the Deep River. You can encounter different species of wild birds, such as white-tailed black-cockatoo, western rosella, red-winged fairy-wren and ringneck parrot, along with others. The area also hosts other animals such as possum, brush-tailed phascogale and quokka. There is a Bibbulmun Track campsite on the summit of Mt Clare for multi-day visitors. It can be accessed on foot only. The track can be steep, the signage can be limited, and the texture can be rough in certain places. Bushwalking experience and a certain amount of fitness are recommended for visitors. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Birdwatching

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Starting from the car park off Old Vasse Road, Yeagarup, this walk takes you on a circuit in Warren National Park, visiting Dave Evans Memorial Tree, Warren Lookout and Drafty's Campground along the way. The trail is surrounded by magnificent karri forest and follows Warren River through the karri, sheoak and cedars. The plantation is pretty diverse for the enthusiasts, and colourful sceneries of wildflowers are waiting for the bushwalkers in springtime. During the wet season, you can look for the fungi scattered around the area as well. For adventurers, it is possible to climb Dave Evans Memorial Tree and enjoy the breathtaking open view from the top as well. There are certain sections that can be relatively steep, and directional signs may be limited. For campers, there are available sites for an overnight stay. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Warren River Circuit

10.7 km circuit

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

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Starting from the Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree off Old Vasse Road, Yeagarup, this walk takes you on a circuit deep into the Warren River Valley and alongside the Warren River via the Warren River Loop Trail. This moderately hard walk trail passes through some of the region's most magnificent old-growth karri forest, towering over an enchanting world of lush undergrowth, wildflowers and colourful fungi. The first section is a great introduction to the karri forest, with a wide trail snaking its way through the landscape, allowing you to soak in the sights and sounds of the forest. The gentle, rolling hills allow you to ease into the hike before the trail descends steeply towards the river. A narrow trail follows the river for a few kilometres before the steady climb to the spectacular Warren River Lookout on the way back to the Bicentennial Tree. Going through the karri forest and meandering along the river, you'll feel a sense of peace on this walk. The trail is steep in places as it climbs in and out of the river valley, although the river section is mostly flat. The trailhead is very informative, and the trail is well marked with trail markers and maps along the way. Walk in the anti-clockwise direction if you don't want to walk up the steepest part. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear and carry plenty of drinking water. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Warren River Loop

10.7 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

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Starting from the car park at the end of Burma Road, Pemberton, this walk takes you on a circuit in Gloucester National Park. You can enjoy a half-day of wandering through young and old karri trees and look for hidden creeks and waterfalls. The birdlife is also diverse in the area and makes it suitable for enthusiasts, hosting parrots, lorikeets and wrens. There are useful facilities around the car park; you can have lunch before or after your walk and visit one of the tallest climbable trees, Gloucester Tree, in the world. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Gloucester Circuit

15.9 km circuit

5 h to 7 h 30 min

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