A great circuit walk, Nancy’s Peak traverses the main peak of the Porongurup Ranges 23 kilometres from Mount Barker in the Great Southern region.. As well as the beauty of the moss-covered granite rocks and the lush forest, the views are magnificent with the Stirling Ranges visible to the north and, on a clear day, you can see the Southern Ocean.

Commencing from the Porongurup car park, the trail passes by the ‘Tree in the Rock’ before climbing to the top of the mountain’s ridge. On the way, the trail passes through different ecosystems such as karri forest and moist glades of mosses. Emerging from the forest on the granite outcrops you will see the views to the Stirling Ranges and Southern Ocean. Across the outcrops, the trail continues over a few peaks before descending into a pass between Nancy’s Peak and Devils Slide. Once on the main track between the two, it's a fairly simple karri forest ramble back to the car park.

Unfortunately, Porongurup National Park suffered from a bushfire a few years ago and the vegetation has been badly affected. Opportunistic plants have moved into burnt areas temporarily displacing some resident plants. Many of the trail markers have disappeared and temporary ones (blue marker tape) may still be in place.  Check current trail conditions with the Department of Environment and Conservation - phone 08 9853 1095.

This is one of many trails in the Porongurup area.  Other trails range from the Bolganup Heritage Trail, which is an easy 600 metre circuit, to a three-hour return hike to Mrmabup Rock which is recommended for experienced bushwalkers only.  The Castle Rock trail takes you past the famous balancing rock and up to stand on Castle Rock.

For a full list of all of the trails in the Porongurup and the Stirling Range National Parks visit the Department of Environment and Conservation website.