Bibbulmun Track

Type: Bush Walk | Region: Perth, South West | Difficulty: Moderate

The Bibbulmun Track is one of the world’s great long distance walk trails, stretching nearly 1000 kilometres from Kalamunda,in the Perth hills, to the historic town of Albany on the south coast. The Track offers a range of experiences from an epic eight-week adventure staying in the 48 campsites along the way, to day walks staying in comfort in one of the quaint rural towns.

Bushwalkers from around the world come to WA to become an end-to-ender on ‘The Bibb’.

Trail Details

Time and/or Distance

6 - 8 weeks end-to-end. Trail can be walked in smaller sections including day walks. Distance is 965km

Access to the Trail

Road or bus to Kalamunda. Road, bus or air to Albany

Best Time of the Year

April to December

Facilities

Assisted wheelchair access to section of Track into Brookton Campsite only

Access with assistance for the Disabled
Bicycles Prohibited
Camping
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Water Access Points

Difficulty

Moderate (moderate level of fitness and experience required)

Degree of difficulty varies depending on section and length of Track chosen

What to Pack

Maps or Guidebooks required. Available from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation, DEC, visitor information centres listed below and outdoor equipment stores. Additional equipment required for overnight walks. See list on Bibbulmun Track website.
Group B items required.

Minimum 2 litres of water per person per day
Sturdy shoes
Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
Binoculars and camera (optional)
Map or guide book where suggested
Snacks and/or lunch depending on length of trail
Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions including a water/windproof jacket
Spray bottle of methylated spirits to spray boots and tyres in disease risk areas
First Aid kit

Hazards

Check latest Track conditions on Bibbulmun Track website.

Prohibited

No pets, bicycles, horses or vehicles

Trail Contact

Bibbulmun Track Foundation
Tel: +61 08 9481 0551
Fax: +61 08 9481 0546
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Web: http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au