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Starting from the car park on Brooking Street, Beverley, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the Brooking Street Bushland Reserve. Nestled within the sheoak woodland, it offers a brief yet captivating bushwalking experience. Conveniently situated within walking distance from the town's main street and adjacent to the 48-hour RV stop along the Avon River, this little gem awaits exploration. Throughout the months from April to November, the reserve blossoms with over 12 native orchid species, with the flashy Hybrid Pink Fairy captivating many visitors in August as it blossoms. In addition to its botanical treasures, the reserve serves as a haven for birdwatchers, providing ample opportunities to observe the diverse avian inhabitants. Let us begin by acknowledging the Balardung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Brooking Street Reserve

490 m circuit

5 min to 10 min

Brooking Street Reserve

Birdwatching

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Contine Hill Fire Tower Circuit

Contine Hill Fire Tower Circuit

530 m circuit

10 min to 15 min

Starting from the Contine Hill picnic area on Rosedale Road, Lol Gray State Forest, this walk takes visitors on a stroll, offering a chance to see wildlife with diverse vegetation. Dryandra Woodland is an international biodiversity area that includes more than 850 species of plants. The woodland of wandoo(heath), kwongan (shrublands(, mallee, sheoak thickets and plantations of brown mallet can be found in the area along with other species. Visitors can also spot red-tailed phascogale, woylie, western grey kangaroo, tammar wallaby, brushtail possum and echidnas. The area is historically important as well; two historical fire lookouts can be visited along the trail. The path is formed, and there are only 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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Birdwatching

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Starting from the dirt car park in Cape Arid National Park, this walk takes you on a stroll, visiting the ruins of the historic Hill Springs. It is a historically informative walk and also provides panoramic views. Hill Springs belonged to John Baesjou and his family until 1910. The trail also visits the grave of William Ponton, John's uncle. Additionally, it offers visitors open views over the Recherche Archipelago and behind Mt Arid. There are no marks along the path, but the vegetation is cleared for a better walking experience. 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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Hill Springs

530 m return

9 min to 20 min

Heritage

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Starting from the Serpentine Falls Car park at the end of Falls Road, Serpentine, this walk leads to Serpentine Falls and back via the Falls Walk Trail. The Serpentine Falls are the crown jewel of the picturesque Serpentine National Park. The water rushes down a large granite rock, creating a spectacular view. A short walk along the Falls Walk Trail, which leaves the car park, will lead you to the Serpentine Falls viewing platform. The path is wheelchair and pram friendly and takes you past the lower pool before ending at the upper pool where the waterfall is. From here, you can marvel at the falls, and if it is a warm day, cool off in the water. Make a full day out of it and have lunch at the picnic area near the start of the walk. Facilities around the picnic area include public toilets, barbecues, picnic tables and informative signs. 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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Serpentine Falls

540 m return

15 min to 30 min

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Starting from the car park on Hamersley Drive, Hopetoun, this return walk takes you to Sepulcularis Hill and back. A relatively short walk, starting 175 metres above sea level, you can see different views of the East Fitzgerald National park, which are three peaks of Whoogarup and the other three peaks of the Barrens. Different kinds of plants can be found along the path such as heaths, rushes, banksias and the weeping gum found along this trail, after which the path was actually named. You might want to bring sunscreen and water and mind the loose rocks particularly on the way down. 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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Sepulcralis Hill Lookout

540 m return

20 min to 40 min

Sepulcralis Hill Lookout

Starting From the car park at the northeastern end of Peron Road, Francois Peron National Park, this walk takes you on a stroll alongside the old station buildings. The walk is historically important and gives information about how life was before and how local people used to live in the area. There is also a bathtub that visitors can get into. It is made of an artesian bore that once watered thirsty stock. 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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Peron Homestead Circuit

550 m circuit

8 min to 10 min

Peron Homestead Circuit

Heritage

Swim

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Rural

Starting from the Honeyeater Hollow car park off Rushton Road, Martin, this walk takes you on a circuit via the Easy Walk Trail. This short and easy loop passes through Wandoo Woodland in Ellis Brook Valley Reserve, a thriving nesting and feeding area for birds renowned for the richness of its flora and fauna. The trail is symbolised by a red echidna, with informative signage dotted along the route. The compacted earth path is suitable for prams and wheelchairs. Keep an eye out for birds and echidnas. The best time to visit is spring, between mid-September and early November when the wildflowers are in bloom. The reserve is also dog friendly, as long as they're kept on a leash. Toilets, gas barbecues and parking are provided at Honeyeater Hollow. Drinking water is not available, so it is advisable to bring a water bottle. 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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Easy Walk Trail

550 m circuit

10 min to 15 min

Starting from the dirt car park in Mount Augustus National Park, this walk takes you on a stroll to Edney's Spring and back. The walk is culturally prominent as it allows visitors to see Aboriginal engravings (petroglyphs) along an escarpment. The trail is flat and sandy, but there can be certain uneven sections. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wajarri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Ooramboo Trail

550 m return

10 min to 15 min

Heritage

Environment

Starting from the dirt car park in Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges, this return walk takes you to Lily Pools and back. Go on a stroll through which you can enjoy the wildlife and have a dip if you feel like it. You can observe the reptiles and water goannas that sunbathe in the area by sitting quietly. Additionally, if you are planning to stay the night, it is possible to visit Charnley River Wilderness Camp. There are plenty of shade and a wide range of birds to observe there 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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Lily Pools

580 m return

8 min to 15 min

Swim

Environment

Starting from the car park off Old Padbury Road, Balingup, Sequoia Walk in Golden Valley Tree Park offers a leisurely 10-minute jaunt through a tranquil gully, immersing visitors in the enchanting North America section of the park. This wheelchair-accessible (rough) track meanders amidst majestic groves of redwoods, Douglas firs, and sequoias, showcasing the grandeur of these towering trees. Nestled just 3 kilometres from Balingup, the walk invites you to explore the World Collection area, where you'll feel transported to the woods of North America. While the trees here may not yet rival the lofty heights of their American counterparts, their presence is nonetheless awe-inspiring. Take a moment to rest at the nearby picnic area and shelter, surrounded by the diverse flora of the park. With numerous labelled trees adorning the landscape, identification is made easy, allowing visitors to appreciate the seasonal variations throughout the year. Accessible from the Oaks Picnic Reserve, this flat and wheelchair-friendly path promises a delightful encounter with nature's wonders, complete with a serene pond providing a haven for local birdlife. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wadandi, Pibulmun and Ganeang people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sequoia Walk

590 m circuit

9 min to 20 min

Pets

Environment

Canoeing in this area is a privately run tour by Mornington AWC.

Sir John Gorge

610 m return

9 min to 20 min

Starting from the dirt car park in Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges, this one-way walk takes you to Sir John Gorge and back. Sir John Gorge is one of the most spectacular gorges along Gibb River Road. It provides visitors with panoramic views of the pools and the wide gorge walls dating back to ancient times. You can do kayaking in the area provided that you book beforehand as well. The sunset in the area is renowned for its beauty, but it requires a drive back in the dark when the wildlife shares the road with you. The track is relatively flat but can be uneven at certain 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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Swim

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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

Shellhouse and Grandstand

Shellhouse and Grandstand

620 m return

15 min to 30 min

Starting from the car park at the end of Grandstand Road, Kalbarri National Park, this walk takes you past Shellhouse and Grandstand via the Bigurda Trail. Shellhouse and Grandstand are a couple of lookouts in Kalbarri that offer excellent views of the dramatic coastal cliffs and the features that have been sculptured in them by the wind and water over their lifetime. Most of the coastline is limestone, but here the limestone has weathered away, leaving the red iron-rich sandstone exposed. The banding of different layers of coloured sandstone is memorable. Ocean-torn cliffs glow in the late afternoon as the setting sun shines on the sandstone rock faces. Dolphins and whales frequent the coastal fringes between July and November. Wide flat paths provide quick and easy access to these theses awesome lookouts on the rugged coast. The car park is surrounded by a bitumen path, and there is level access between the bays and the footpath. The bitumen path extends for the first few metres towards the lookout, and then the surface becomes firmly compacted gravel. Stay on the track as much as possible and be extra careful of the cliff edges and overhangs. 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 dirt car park at the end of Mount Glemont Lookout Track, Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges, this return walk takes you to Mount Glemont Lookout and back. The lookout offers you open views of the savannah woodlands and plains in front of the distant ranges. There are only short steep sections along the path, and rock hoppings may be required sometimes. Additionally, the edges of the lookout may not be as durable as it seems, so you might want to take extra care. 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 Glemont Lookout

630 m return

10 min to 20 min

Mount Glemont Lookout

Environment