Mount Frankland summit is spectacular. The hike is achievable for anyone with relatively good stamina. Starting at the feet of massive karri trees you wind up and through towards the top of the towering canopy... and beyond, arriving at the pinnacle and an amazing view!
It is a short, yet relatively steep, well trodden path takes you to the top of Mt Frankland. The paved section of the path will take you half way to the top.
This path (below) is the start of the summit walk... |
Strenuous Climb?
Several of the guide books called this a "strenuous climb." It took my son (5) and I less than thirty minutes to hike up and twenty minutes to walk down. We did not stop along the way.
During our second visit, my wife and younger son joined us. They both agreed that it was a hike, but it was easy, fun and quite an adventure. Again this year we brought Grampa (Grandfather) to Mt Frankland and he enjoyed the ascent and thought it was a wonderful view from the top. |
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 Walking through the towering southern forests is refreshing and relaxing. Calming and invigorating. |
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 The second stage of the ascent is a path of stone steps rising through the forest taking you up into the tops of the trees.
This stone step path is about one quarter of the hike. You then come to the steel staircase/ladder carrying you up onto the upper level of Mt Frankland. The rails and rungs of these stairs are well built and have great traction. Be aware of letting children climb on their own. We recommend following closely behind them.
Finally a few more steps once you reach the top of the stair/ladder then along a fenced walkway and you're on your way.
It is an easy walk to the peak from there. |
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The views of the Wilderness are fantastic. |
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| We did this hike with our two boys age 5 and 2 - in proper attire with water and food.
See the Mount Frankland Map, below for an up-close view of the walk path with markers to give you some perspective... zoom in on the map to get more detail.
This is one of our favourite destinations on the south coast and we visit here as often as we can.
The Walpole Wilderness Area is a special place, as you can see. We hope you enjoy your visit. |
There is a fire-lookout station at the top of Mt Frankland.
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On the way back down, the views across to Mt Lindsay and Mt Roe give an awesome sense of scale. |
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October Wildflowers were out... |
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| At this point you can descend the mountain and be back in the carpark within a short space of time. For the more physically fit, try a walk around the summit in the Summit Loop. The trail leads around Mount Frankland, through an unpaved and undulating path around the mountain. Proper hiking attire is essential. |
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Mount Frankland National Park Attractions |
 Walpole Town
At the northern edge of the Walpole Inlet, Walpole is one of the few towns on the path of the Bibbulmun Track. Visit Walpole Town |
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 Mount Frankland
Starting in the karri trees you wind up and through towards the summit of Mt Frankland, way above the tree top canopy. Visit Mount Frankland |
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 Fernhook Falls
Located along the Deep River Fernhook Falls is a popular swimming and picnic spot in summer, and during winter is a truly magnificent sight! Visit Fernhook Falls |
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Rainbow Coast on Pinterest |
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