Trail Type: Bush Walk

Mount Frankland

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

Located in the Mount Frankland National Park near Walpole, this short but steep loop walk takes you to the peak of Mount Frankland for fantastic views of the karri forest and Frankland River below. Combining a walk around the base of the granite mount, surrounded by towering karri forest and superb summit views this trail is sure to impress.

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Trail Details

Time and/or Distance

1 - 1.5 hours. Distance is 1km walk to summit. 1.5km loop around base.

Access to the Trail

Road

Facilities

  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet

Fees

Entry fees to Mount Frankland National Park

Difficulty

Moderate (moderate level of fitness and experience required)

What to Pack

Brochure available from DEC or visitor centre in Walpole
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

Trail has a natural surface of granite and rock so caution is advised

Prohibited

No pets or bikes

Trail Contact

DEC Frankland office
Tel: +61 (0)8 9840 0400
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Web: http://www.dec.wa.gov.au

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Trail Start

Starting Point

Mount Frankland car park, 28km from Walpole, which is 420km (6 hours) south of Perth

Geo location

-34.82257611587316, 116.78762912750244