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Walpole

Walpole

Vast, natural landscapes await in Walpole and surrounds.
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Walpole

Vast, natural landscapes await in Walpole and surrounds, with the ecologically significant Walpole Wilderness area protecting more than 363,000 hectares of national parks, nature reserves and forest conservation; that’s roughly the size of countries such as Luxembourg and Samoa.

The small township of Walpole offers a wide range of outdoor activities for visitors including swimming, boating, sailing, inlet cruises, fishing, bush walking, and climbing. The town is located on the Walpole Inlet; a small estuary connected through a narrow channel with the bigger and deeper Nornalup Inlet.

The Walpole area is best known for the Valley of the Giants; red tingle trees which are endemic to this small region of Western Australia. At the Tree Top Walk, a 600-metre walkway rises 40 metres above the forest floor and provides a birds eye view of the forest. Below, a meandering boardwalk takes visitors through a grove of veteran tingle trees called the Ancient Empire. This walk shows at close hand, some of the unique shapes of the giant trees. You can even walk through the hollowed-out butt of one tree.

This tingle forest is also home to a community of cute quokkas; a creature dubbed the world’s happiest animal that rose to internet fame after the recent episodes of #quokkaselfies. Many believe that you can only meet quokkas on Rottnest Island, off the coast of Perth, however there’s a community that live in this forest too. If you head here close to sunset, you’ll up your chances of seeing them!

Walpole Wilderness Discovery Centre

The Walpole area features three sites which are collectively called the Walpole Wilderness Discovery Centre. The aim of these sites is to educate visitors about this protected area and provide opportunities to interact with nature. The Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, mentioned above is one such site. The other two are at Swarbrick and Mount Frankland.

Travelling 8km along North Walpole road, heading towards Mount Frankland, you will find Swarbrick. It is home to some of the oldest trees in Australia, specifically Western Australia’s famous old growth karri forest. It features forest art exhibits and a giant 39-metre long ‘Wilderness Wall of Perceptions’ which encourages people to explore perspectives of the forest and wilderness.

Mount Frankland, dominated by an impressive peak is 29 kilometres north of Walpole, is an adventurer’s playground and provides a range of walking and viewing opportunities. Follow the Summit Walk or take the ‘round the rock’ trail at the base of the granite outcrop. It is also a popular spot to abseil the 150 metres drop (permit required).

Walpole is in the Southern Forests and Valleys.

Where to stay

Take a look at these places to stay when planning your next visit to Australia’s South West.

Summerstar Walpole Rest Point Caravan Park

Relax and unwind nestled on the edge of the Walpole-Nornalup Inlet.

Peaceful Bay Caravan Park & Fish and Chips

Experience caravanning and camping the way it was always meant to be.

Houseboat Holidays

Spend your days and nights cruising the Walpole-Nornalup Inlet system.

Peaceful Bay Chalets

Chalets in a picturesque bush setting near the beach, close to Valley of the Giants.

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Peaceful Bay Caravan Park & Fish and Chips

Experience caravanning and camping the way it was always meant to be.

Peaceful Bay Caravan Park & Fish and Chips

Experience caravanning and camping the way it was always meant to be.

Inspiration Outdoors

Guided, small group walking holidays - Bibbulmun Track, Cape to Cape Track and...

Inspiration Outdoors

Guided, small group walking holidays - Bibbulmun Track, Cape to Cape Track and Stirling Ranges.

Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk

Walk amongst giants for a birds-eye view of an ancient empire.

Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk

Walk amongst giants for a birds-eye view of an ancient empire.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Run Bibbulmun Track Stage Run

16 November 2023 - 16 November 2025
3 day trail running stage race along sections of the popular Bibbulmun Track.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Wildflower Season

01 August 2025 - 30 November 2025
Witness an explosion of colour during spring, set against the stunning natural scenery of the South West.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Southern Art and Craft Trail

01 September 2025
Discover over 70 exhibitions and open studios showcasing visual arts and crafts.

Events

Don’t miss out on these great events happening in the region.

Blooming Wild Festival

01 September 2025
Celebrate the diversity and spectacular beauty of the Southern Forests & Valleys.

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