Trail Type: Drive

Blackwood River Tourist Drive

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Winding bush drives, lush orchards, quaint towns, tall jarrah and marri forests and spectacular scenery are just some of the attractions of the Blackwood River Tourist Drive. Following the splendid Blackwood River this trail takes you through some of Western Australia’s most picturesque farm country.

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Trail Details

Time and/or Distance

Time depends on individual itinerary. Distance is 113km

Access to the Trail

Road

Facilities

Range of accommodation, shops and restaurants in the towns

  • Access without assistance for the Disabled
  • BBQ Facilities
  • Café
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet

Difficulty

Easy (suits majority of fitness and experience levels)

What to Pack

Group A items required.

  • Full large water bottle per person.
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
  • Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions
  • Binoculars and camera (optional)

Hazards

Be aware of wildlife on trail especially at dawn and dusk. Caution required on gravel roads

Trail Contact

Balingup Visitor Centre
Tel: +61 (0)8 9764 1818
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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Trail Start

Starting Point

Balingup Visitor Information Centre, cnr Brockman Street and Blackwood River Drive, 240km (3.5 hours) south of Perth

Geo location

-33.786518, 115.98381
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