ADVENTURE    Bibbulmun Track   Australia's version of the USA's Appalachian Trail    WA

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LENGTH: 963 km TIME: 53 Days

GRADE: Medium

START: Albany, WA

FINISH: Kalamunda, near Perth, WA

SAMPLE ITINERARY Walpole - Peaceful Bay. This section shows off WA's coast and forest regions.                           day 1.    To Frankland River 18km 5hrs              day 2.     Giants campsite    14km 4hrs                    day 3.      Rame Head campsite 18km 5hrs     day 4.      Peaceful Bay       13km 4hrs Commercial services from Walpole provide transfers between Walpole and Peaceful Bay.

Map & profile screen shots taken from DiscoverAus Streets and Tracks Topo. Copyright Next Destination 2007

WALK DESCRIPTION

GETTING THERE & BACK

ACCOMMODATION

BEST TIME TO WALK

DESCRIPTION:   The Bibbulmun Track is a long distance walking track that takes you through some of the most beautiful areas of south-west Western Australia. Those who walk the full length are known as 'end to enders'.

THERE: Start from Albany central.   BACK: Various services operate between Kalamunda and Perth.      See Meg's Bibbulmun Track Walk

FACILITIES: Campsites are provided which include a hut, a 5,000 litre water tank and basic toilet facilities.   Take all your own food, tents (no booking system for huts) and cooking equipment including fuel stoves as camp fires are only allowed at some sites.

BEST TIME: During the wildflower season of spring (September - November), going from north to south. Can be walked from March to November.    HOW HARD IS IT REALLY? Track is well maintained and easy to follow. A solid walk which is not recommended for summer. Always wear a sun hat. Rated Medium

FOOD & WATER

CLOTHING

BOOKS & MAPS

SAFETY

FOOD:  Independent walkers must take all their own food. There are 9 towns along the way where food can be obtained.   WATER: Water is available at campsites. Take water containers with you. If ever in doubt about the water quality see water purification

This walk traverses some very exposed regions where sun and wind can be a challenge.

TRACK FEES: None are needed for walking the track. You can help support the Bibbulmun Track Foundation a (not for profit) group who help maintain the track.

+  CLOSEST HELP?  There are 9 towns along the way from which to summon help. Notice Of Intent . The NOI provides the Dept of Environment & Conservation with information regarding your planned activity and can be used in emergency situations, such as a wildfire. >>more

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