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Monday, 11 April 2022
Tongariro Northern Circuit (NZ) - Waihohonu to Whakapapa
Monday, 28 March 2022
Yaberoo Budjara Heritage Trail (Neerabup & Yanchep NPs)
A dual use trail, the Yaberoo Budjara Heritage Trail explores a narrow corridor of remnant bushland in Perth's north. Starting at Lake Joondalup, the trail initially follows paved paths before entering wilder trails through heathlands and bush. Continuing northwards, the trail reaches its destination on the shores of Loch McNess in Yanchep National Park. A mixed trail with some excellent sections let down by some uninspired riding in its third quarter
Tuesday, 22 March 2022
Port to Point Trail (City of Albany)
A 24 kilometre return ride in the City of Albany, the Port to Point Trail takes riders from Albany Port to Emu Point. Heading along the granite-dominated coastline, the trail has spectacular views of King George Sound, the Vancouver and Flinders Peninsula and the Point King Lighthouse on the way to Middleton Beach. Continuing on, the trail finishes at the popular Emu Point at Oyster Harbour. A fun, easy cycle perfect for the whole family
Sunday, 13 March 2022
Harewood Forest Walk Trail (Harewood Forest Conservation Area)
A short 2.8 kilometre loop in Harewood Forest Conservation Area, the upgraded Harewood Forest Walk explores a stretch of forest along the Scotsdale Brook. Starting on Scotsdale Rd, the trail crosses a bridge and follows a well formed track along the brook, before rising up the hill to explore the higher reaches of the Karri forest. A brief but faultlessly constructed loop, this is a fantastic family and dog friendly forest walk
Sunday, 6 February 2022
10 South Coast Alternatives to the Bald Head Walk Trail
The Bald Head Walk Trail in Albany's Torndirrup National Park explores the rugged and wild Flinders Peninsula, and is easily one of Western Australia's best coastal day walks. While it was once one of the South-West's best kept secrets, recent increases in numbers has stood as a testament to the trail's spectacular beauty, but has also put greater pressures on the trail itself. This has resulted in severe erosion and blowouts, particularly along the trail's second half.
From February 2022, the Bald Head Walk Trail will be closed for maintenance works and upgrades to address these environmental issues. The works will include the installation of some boardwalks similar to that found on the similarly popular Royal Coastal Track in New South Wales as well as revegetation. More information can be found at Trails WA's Projects website, however the closure is expected to be in place until August 2022.
With the trail closed for half the year (and potentially longer), here's a list of alternative coastal walks in along WA's South Coast that are well worth checking out.
Near Albany
Peak Head Walk Trail (Torndirrup National Park)
Point Possession Heritage Trail (Quaranup)
Torbay Head and West Cape Howe (West Cape Howe National Park)
Baie Des Deux Peuples Heritage Trail (Two Peoples Bay Nature Reserve)
Bibbulmun Track
Fitzgerald River, Cape Le Grand and Cape Arid
Point Ann Heritage Trail (Fitzgerald River National Park)
Mamang Trail (Fitzgerald River National Park)
Hakea Trail (Fitzgerald River National Park)
Le Grand Coastal Trail (Cape Le Grand National Park)
Tagon Coastal Trail (Cape Arid National Park)
Thursday, 21 October 2021
Yonga Trail (Lesueur National Park)
An overnight or long day walk in Lesueur National Park, the Yonga Trail explores offers an extended exploration of Lesueur's varied landscapes. Starting near Mt Lesueur, the trail leaves the shorter day walks to explore a mix of Wandoo Woodlands, sandy open heathlands and the heath covered laterite ridges. Featuring a lovely campsite halfway, the Yonga Trail is well worth exploring during the wildflower season
Thursday, 16 September 2021
Collie-Darkan Rail Trail (Shires of Collie & West Arthur)
An idyllic day ride, the Collie-Darkan Rail Trail retraces a section of the Bowelling to Narrogin Railway just east of the town of Collie to the town of Darkan. Passing through a mix of forests and farmland scenery, the trail's highlights include a number of well maintained and refurbished wooden rail bridges and two railway stations along the line. Rich in heritage history and rolling green hills, this is an enjoyable day ride with potential for extension