Donnelly River to Pemberton
Bibbulmun Track
With a bit of long service leave up my sleeve I decided to tackle one of the better sections of the Bibbulmun Track before heading off to Europe for a well earned vacation. Traversing through lush Karri forest for most of the 108km total, this section is a challenge but very rewarding for any hiker up to the five day adventure.
Donnelly River to Tom Road
Length - 16km
Time - 4-6 Hours
Vertical Climb - 318m
Shelter Style - Deep South
Leaving idyllic Donnelly River behind and heading into the heartland of Karri country, this is the start of a wonderful section and one of the best campsites on the whole track.
Tom Road to Boarding House
Length - 24km
Time - 6-8 Hours
Vertical Climb - 543m
Shelter Style - Standard
A long day but scenic day spent trundling alongside the Donnelly River and through some amazing Karri Forest, finishing with a walk over the gorgeous Boarding House Bridge.
Boarding House to Beavis
Length - 20km
Time - 5-8 Hours
Vertical Climb - 659m
Shelter Style - Nornalup
Winding through the green tunnels that form in the Karri forest, this is referred to as the Donnelly River Rollercoaster thanks to a lot of hills and valleys you must traverse up and over.
Beavis to Beedelup
Length - 21km
Time - 5-8 Hours
Vertical Climb - 650m
Shelter Style - Nornalup
Continuing through the Karri forest, the last half of the day sees you arrive at Lake Beedelup and a visit to Beedelup Falls before reaching the campsite along Beedelup Brook.
Beedelup to Pemberton
Length - 24km
Time - 6-9 Hours
Vertical Climb - 600m
Shelter Style - Track Town
The last day of a very enjoyable section sees you cross some farmland before meandering through the forest on your way past Big Brook Dam and into the lovely town of Pemberton.
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