The Walpole Wilderness Area is an ancient forest with ancient Karri and Giant Tingle stretching up and up! These trees are amazingly graceful as they soar into the sky stretching endlessly in all directions.
Visit these beautiful Southern Forests of the Walpole Wilderness Area.
The Walpole-Nornalup National Park covers most of the wild and beautiful southern coastline. Visit Mandalay Beach and catch glimpses of the shipwreck Mandalay while walking on white, clean sand.
If you're coming to Walpole we recommend visiting the grandmother tingle tree at the Giant Tingle Tree north of Walpole.
Walpole Region
The Walpole Wilderness Area is an ancient forest with ancient Karri and Giant Tingle stretching up and up! The town of Walpole is set on the north side of the Walpole Inlet amidst the Walpole-Nornalup National Park.
Walpole Overview: Walpole is a small town 432km SSE of Perth and 66km west of Denmark. Walpole lies at the northern edge of the Walpole Inlet and is one of the few towns on the path of the Bibbulmun Track.
Mount Frankland National Park is close to walpole and can be accessed only from the town or from the South West Highway to the west. Take a stroll to the top or
Walpole-Nornalup National Park (now part of the Walpole Wilderness Area and the Great South West Edge) stretches north and west and Walpole lies at the south east edge. Visit Mandalay Beach in D'entrecasteaux National Park on the western edge of the forests.
Walpole Region Map
Walpole, Valley of the Giants, mount Frankland, Giant Tingle tree, Knoll Scenic Drive, Circular Pool, Conspicious Cliff, Nornalup, Peaceful Bay and Mandalay beach. Visit the Walpole Region Map.
Walpole Inlet Filled by the Frankland River, the dark waters of the Walpole Inlet empty into the Nornalup Inlet through the Channels. Visit the Walpole Inlet.
The Knoll Scenic Drive
The Knoll Scenic Drive is a five kilometre circular drive out on the peninsula between the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets. A distinctly well-kept rest-area with picnic tables. Visit the Knoll Scenic Drive.
Accommodation An inspiring selection of quality accommodation of all types. Friendly service. Choose from a variety of great accommodation set in and around Walpole. Find Accommodation in Walpole.
Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk & The Ancient Empires Walk
Walpole Wilderness Discovery Centre
Ancient Empires Walk
The Ancient Empires Walk takes you through the forest at the base of the Giant Tingle Trees. Combined with your ticket to the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk, it is the most visited place on the coast. Visit Ancient Empires Walk.
Valley of the Giant's Treetop Walk, Walpole
Ancient Empires Walk, Walpole
Mount Frankland National Park
Mount Frankland
Mount Frankland is spectacular. Wind up towards the top of Mount Frankland through the forest canopy to the summit. Visit Mount Frankland.
We visit Mount Frankland National Park once or twice a year. The magnificent view from the peak of Mt Frankland is magnificent, and the climb to the summit a very grounding experience.
We have made the ascent with a two year old and a 70 year old and both made it to the top without assistance (but a few short rests were nice).
If you are visiting the Rainbow Coast (also called the Walpole Wilderness Area and the Great South West Edge) we recommend a visit to Mt Frankland.
Set way out in the wilderness, accessible from the south (Walpole) or the west (South Western Hwy) Mt Frankland is a great way to get out amongst the trees.
Circular Pool
Circular Pool is a beautiful, tranquil place for the whole family.
Very well presented, access to the pools, via steps or a
paved winding pathway. Two viewing platforms overlook the river and pools. Visit Circular Pool.
Conspicuous Cliff Standing high above the surrounding heathland, the Cliff-top lookout gives fantastic views of the beach and river flowing into the sea. Visit Conspicuous Cliff.
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.
The Giant Tingle Tree
This Giant Tingle Tree is special because it the oldest living eucalypt in the world. It is an 800 metre walk from the forested car park, to the Giant Tingle Tree and back again. Visit the Giant Tingle Tree.
The Knoll Scenic Drive
The Knoll Scenic Drive is a five kilometre circular drive out on the peninsula between the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets. A distinctly well-kept rest-area with picnic tables . Visit the Knoll Scenic Drive.
Hilltop Lookout Hilltop Lookout is on Hilltop Road, just east of Walpole. The lookout overlooks the Nornalup Inlet and the Frankland River. Rocky Head and Saddle Island can be seen in the distance. Visit Hilltop Lookout.
Nornalup Inlet The Nornalup Inlet is serene. Fed from the Deep and Frankland Rivers and, via a natural deep water channel, it connects to the Walpole Inlet. Visit Nornalup Inlet.
Mandalay Beach With spectacular views to Chatham Island this spectacular coastline and long white sandy beach it is a must-see. Access to the beach is along a dune-side boardwalk. Visit Mandalay Beach.
Mandalay beach is really amazing. The boardwalk hugging the cliffside and the views south to the islands and channells of the south western edge of australia... truly beautiful. A good day trip is to visit Mount Frankland in the morning and on your way home stop at Mandalay Beach for a breath of fresh sea breeze. You may be lucky enough to see the masts of the Mandalay... every ten years or so.
Accommodation An inspiring selection of quality accommodation of all types. Friendly service. Choose from a variety of great accommodation set in and around Walpole. Find Accommodation in Walpole.
The Walpole Guide offers a selection of Accommodation, Places to Visit, Eating Out, The Arts
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