Bushwalking in Western Australia

Western Australia is known for its brilliantAnother 500 kilometres the Pilbara region also has
wildflowers, and a walking holiday combined with awalks winding through incredible gorge systems.
rental car is one of the best way to see as muchFurther north is too remote to access by
of this diverse state as possible. There are a largecampervan and you really do need a four wheel
number of parks just waiting to be explored closedrive to continue on. There are walking tours in
to the capital city of Perth all you need is somethis region which are popular.
preparation, suitable maps and good walking shoesThere are enough walks close to the city that
for a trip of a lifetime.you can plan day trips and set up in one of the
As Western Australia covers close to a third ofmany camping grounds,or base yourselves in the
Australia, there is a lot of walking to be doneany of the hotels, motels or bed and breakfasts
here, yet much of the state consists of desertscattered up and down the coastline.
and remote, wilderness regions. Most of theAt close to ten kilometres, the Narrows Bridge
suitable bushwalks are located in the southand Causeway offer a great walk especially
western corner of the state, along the coastlinepopular at night to experience the city lights. Along
and within easy driving distance from Perth.the beach is one of my favourite walks, from
There are a smaller number of national parksFremantle to Hillarys and taking in all the coastal
here than most states, but you are rewarded bybeauty that Perth has to offer. It stretches along
the walks available, one of the most popular being20 kilometres of pristine coastline and is suitable
the Bibbulum Track which is an extraordinary 960for any fitness level.
kilometres and spans the coast from KalamundaKings Park is the closest park adjoining Perth, with
through to Albany. Most would attempt this tracka circuit walk taking in panoramic views of the
in stages, but there are many who come from allcity and Swan River, and a number of interesting
over the world to complete this peaceful andtrails taking in the lovely botanic gardens. About
exhilarating long distance walk.three kilometres east from Perth are more scenic
The Cape to Cape walk is another favourite,parks and gardens found throughout the
from Hamelin Bay to Cape Leeuwin in the southBurswood Park walk. With eleven lakes scattered
west corner of the state. Taking in a lot of thealong the walk, you are guaranteed an abundance
breathtaking coastline and a lot more achievableof birdlife and beautiful scenery.
at 29 kilometres, it is an enjoyable walk suitableThe upper Swan Valley has some incredible sights,
for most fitness levels.and located 30 kilometres north east from Perth,
Another breathtaking walk is the Tree Top Walkthe Hillside Trail takes in the best this region has
at the Valley of the Giants at Walpole. The walkto offer. Pack a picnic lunch and head out for the
at just over 400 metres is above tree level andday to enjoy this lovely spot.
gives you a bird's eye view of the forest below.Walking in Western Australia is an experience that
For the fit and adventurous, you can't go past theis hard to match. There are walks for beginners
Mt Bruce Summit Walk in the Pilbara region. At sixthrough to experienced and such amazing
hour it takes in some of Western Australia's mostdiversity that you can stay in Perth and walk for
beautiful scenery.weeks, or alternate your holiday from region to
With many of the walks hundreds of kilometresregion. Head up north to Broome and walk the
apart, you need to plan your itinerary aheadcoast, or south to the forests and rivers that are
based on the walks you really want to do. Closejust as breathtaking. Wherever you go, you will
to 600 kilometres north from Perth is thebe destined to experience colour, beauty and
Murchison River which offers a lovely gorge walk.plenty of space.