Walpole
Wandering in the Wilderness
A small but idyllic town set on the Walpole Inlet and surrounded by natural beauty, Walpole is a great place to enjoy a holiday if you love nature and trails.
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With a great variety of scenery dotted around what is known as the Walpole Wilderness, you can explore granite domes, majestic Tingle Forests, shallow inlets, winding rivers and open plains.
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There is something for everyone to enjoy around Walpole, from family friendly activities like Valley of the Giants and the Swarbrick Art Loop, to those looking for more of an adventure on the Nuyts Wilderness Walk or Mount Frankland.
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A remote treasure waiting to be discovered on the South Coast of Western Australia, you won't regret spending a few days wandering the Walpole Wilderness.
Check out the range of hiking and tourist friendly trails near Walpole by scrolling down to the trail list, along with the sections of the Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail leading in and out of town.
Day Hikes in the Walpole Wilderness
Deep River Walk Trail
Length - 4.8km
Vertical Climb - 207m
Time - 1-2 Hours
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Utilising a section of the Bibbulmun Track, take a gentle stroll through the unique Tingle Forest up to Mount Clare, before descending down to the Deep River, basking in the giant Karri Forest as you head back up the hill.
Bibbulmun Track
Coastline and Tingle Forest
Walpole to Frankland River
Length - 19.2km
Vertical Climb - 437m
Time - 5-7 Hours
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Leaving Walpole, explore the edge of the Nornalup Inlet, before climbing up into the hills above Walpole, and into the unique Tingle Forest. Camping along the mighty Frankland River, this is a stunning day of hiking.
Munda Biddi Trail
Exploring the Hills
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