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Hiking the Bibbulmun Track

Bibbulmun Track

Kalamunda to Albany

Start

Kalamunda

Time

20-60 Days

Finish

Albany

Date Hiked

2016-2019

Length

1000km

Campsites

49 Total | 12 Towns

Elevation

25,000m+

Traditional Custodians

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The Bibbulmun Track is a famous long distance walking trail located in Western Australia, running over 1000km between Kalamunda in the north and Albany in the south. Follow the yellow waugyl markers through towering forests, over creeks and rivers, along wild beaches and up and over some impressive granite features. Whether you're doing an end to end, a town to town section or just out for a day walk, there is an option for everyone to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy all this wonderful trail has to offer.

If you are thinking about doing an end to end or a series of long hikes on the Bibbulmun then I encourage you to become a member of the Bibbulmun Track Foundation and organise a planning session with one of their knowledgeable and experienced staff.

Check out the town to town guides below, with each section containing a separate post about the hiking between campsites, complete with photos, maps and the relevant information. 

Kalamunda to Dwellingup

Length - 211km

Time - 8-16 Days

Campsites - 15

The first and longest section of the Bibbulmun Track sees you explore the Jarrah Forests and Granite Domes of the Darling Scarp, staying at some of the best campsites along the track.

Hiking the Bibbulmun Track
Darling Range section of the Bibbulmun Track
Jarrah Forest on the Bibbulmun Track
Dwellingup to Collie on the Bibbulmun Track
Hiker crossing the Murray River on the Bibbulmun Track
Wildflowers on the Bibbulmun Track

Dwellingup to Collie

Length - 128km

Time - 5-7 Days

Campsites - 6

Enjoy endless Jarrah Forest as you head towards the Murray River Valley just outside of Dwellingup. Meander through this lovely landscape as you reach the largest town on the journey in Collie.

Collie to Balingup

Length - 84km

Time - 3-4 Days

Campsites - 3

Explore forests, farmland and open country as you make your way from Collie to Balingup, with the opportunity to stop off at the famous Mumbalup Pub for a well earned feed.

Bibbulmun Track Sign at Mumbalup
Jarrah Forest on the Bibbulmun Track
Balingup Brook on the Bibbulmun Track
Balingup to Donnelly River on the Bibbulmun Track
Farmland on the Bibbulmun Track
Wildflowers on the Bibbulmun Track

Balingup to Donnelly River

Length - 56km

Time - 2-3 Days

Campsites - 2

A diverse and varied section of the track, you leave Balingup via the Golden Valley Tree Park and head through farmland, pines and forests as you finally reach the stunning Karri Trees near Donnelly River.

Donnelly River to Pemberton

Length - 108km

Time - 4-5 Days

Campsites - 4

One of my favourite sections, the walking between Donnelly River and Pemberton sees you immersed in the Karri forest, hiking up and down river valleys and enjoying some stunning campsites.

Donnelly River to Pemberton on the Bibbulmun Track
Karri Forest on the Bibbulmun Track
Rivers along the Bibbulmun Track
Pemberton to Northcliffe on the Bibbulmun Track
River Road Bridge on the Bibbulmun Track
Farmland Walking on the Bibbulmun Track

Pemberton to Northcliffe

Length - 55km

Time - 2-3 Days

Campsites - 2

A short but sweet section between these two enjoyable towns sees you hike through Karri forest and follow the Warren River for a while before reaching the farmland around Northcliffe.

Northcliffe to Walpole

Length - 144km

Time - 5-8 Days

Campsites - 7

A unique part of Western Australia with some incredible diversity, this section is home to some of the best scenery as you walk through open plains, Karri forest, coastline and Tingle forest.

Northcliffe to Walpole on the Bibbulmun Track
Coastline on the Bibbulmun Track
Pingerup Plains on the Bibbulmun Track
Walpole to Denmark on the Bibbulmun Track
Coastal Scenery on the Bibbulmun Track
Tingle Forest on the Bibbulmun Track

Walpole to Denmark

Length - 126km

Time - 5-7 Days

Campsites - 6

Exploring the ancient Tingle forests around Walpole to begin, this amazing section then heads towards the ocean where you'll experience some breath-taking beaches and coastal scenery.

Denmark to Albany

Length - 82km

Time - 3-6 Days

Campsites - 5

The final section of the Bibbulmun Track sees you follow the coastline as you head into the historic town of Albany. Walk along the rugged coast that is a fitting end to a remarkable journey.

Denmark to Albany on the Bibbulmun Track
Hiking the Bibbulmun Track
Wilson Inlet on the Bibbulmun Track
Hiker on the Bibbulmun Track
Hiker Hugging a Tree on the Bibbulmun Track
Mark Pybus on the Bibbulmun Track

The Bibbulmun of Py

A collection of my thoughts from completing a section end to end of the Bibbulmun Track over three years. I share my favourite moments, campsites, provide insight into track life and reflect back on what was a thoroughly enjoyable personal experience. 

The Kingdom of Py

The story about how I got my maintenance section of the Bibbulmun, named "The Kingdom of Py" by my podcast partner, the love I have developed for it, and the future plans to realign it into some much better landscapes. 

Kingdom of Py
Flora of the Bibbulmun Track
Fauna on the Bibbulmun Track

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