The track is kilometers long 620 miles and runs from kalamunda. The track also has the best wildflowers in australia imho. Having now completed my thruhike of the bibbulmun track, i thought it was worth providing some thoughts on the trail as a whole. We provide a bibbulmun track map however you will find the comprehensive notes more than enough to easily find your way. Once youve booked, we will supply you with a predeparture document which contains a detailed gear list and other important information to help you prepare for your.
Hopefully, this will prove to be of some value to future thruhikers or endtoenders as they are referred to in australia considering hiking the trail and also in planning their future hikes. Long trails include the cape to cape walk track, munda biddi cycle trail and the bibbulmun track. Aug 21, 2019 bibbulmun track map i have just completed my bibbulmun track map which is now available to download at the link below. A special thanks to dave and jenny, our australian support team.
I have used gpx tracks from other track users, and have developed one gpx file comprising 17 tracks covering the complete bibbulmun track from kalamunda through to albany, including waypoints for each campsite. The track offers a range of experiences from an epic eightweek adventure staying in the 49 campsites along the way, to day walks staying in comfort in one. It is managed by government agencies, and has a foundation. The bibbulmun track is one of the worlds great long distance walk trails, stretching kilometres from kalamunda in the perth hills, to the historic town of albany on the south coast. With this app you can keep track of your location using your phones gps even when you have no mobile signal. Click the map above to download a printable version captain fawcett 4wd trail the captain fawcett commemorative 4x4 trail is a 105 km track that showcases some of western australias best jarrah forests, historical farm houses, original settler trestle bridges, minor creek crossings and magnificent views. This is a moderate one way trail in western australia. We have included all campsites, towns, recreation sites and legal vehicle access points as shown by the red car on the bibbulmun track maps and guidebooks. Topographic map of the bibbulmun walking track from kalamunda northern terminus to canning campsite 1a and monadnocks to north bannister 1b showing roads, other walking trails, campsites, recreation areas, permanent water points, disease risk areas and land managed by calm. It is fairly well signposted and does avoid roads where possible. Mar 29, 2009 the bibbulmun track in western australia. Although the track is well marked, walkers are advised to use a map and guidebook. This map extends from kalamunda northern terminus to north bannister.
Download the complete bibbulmun track gpx file here. The bibbulmun track is one of the worlds great long distance walk trails, stretching. This map pack contains the first four bibbulmun track maps 1 to 4. If you are after a short break from the big smoke, a single overnight hike may be the best way to get some much needed vitamin nature. Make sure you download and read the detailed bibbulmun track albany to denmark trip notes which contains all the essential information you need to know before booking. Long trails as managed by the dbca tracks and trails unit. The section by section guide is designed to help you decide which part of the track youd like to walk and to give you all the planning information you need including. Click the map above to download a printable version captain fawcett 4wd trail the captain fawcett commemorative 4x4 trail is a 105 km track that showcases some of western australias best jarrah forests, historical farm houses, original settler trestle bridges. Bibbulmun track western australia 2020 all you need to. The foundation is a notforprofit community organisation that coordinates the activities of the many hundreds of.
The bibbulmun track runs for more than km from perth down to albany in the states south. A copy of the diversion map with more details is available for download from my dropbox. It runs from kalamunda in the east of perth to albany, and is 1,003. This is a gpx resource for the bibbulmun track dbca. Simply download the gpx file to your computer, import it into garmin mapsource, and then transfer it to your gps device. Download the digital coordinate data for the routes of the states three iconic long distance trails, bibbulmun track, cape to cape track and munda biddi trail. The bibbulmun track is western australias longest walking track. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. Jun 12, 2017 the bibbulmun track is one of the worlds great long distance walk trails, stretching km from kalamunda in the perth hills, to albany on the south coast, winding through the heart of the. From the start with mt cooke, to the challenging bluff knoll at the finish, the tour just. Bibbulmun track walpole to denmark world expeditions. Bibbulmun track is the allinone app for the bibbulmun track in western australia.
The bibbulmun track foundation is an incorporated, notforprofit organisation established to provide support for the. On rock, you are guided by cairns at ground level rather than the more familiar yellow waugal markers on trees at eye level or above. Download the bibbulmun track, walpole to denmark walking tour information sheet here. The distance calculator is designed to help you plan your walk. Bibbulmun track map i have just completed my bibbulmun track map which is now available to download at the link below.
The track passes through dwellingup, collie, balingup, donnelly. The bibbulmun track is one of the worlds great long distance walk trails, stretching nearly kms from kalamunda perth hills to albany south coast through the. I have just completed my bibbulmun track map which is now available to download at the link below. Bibbulmun track explore parks wa parks and wildlife. Thruhikers, day hikers, volunteers, friends and family, future hikers. Most uptodate trail and town data crowdsourced by thousands of hikers. Downloadable route files explore parks wa parks and wildlife. We have walked the km from kalamunda to albany in 2007 and 2017. The albany to denmark section of the bibbulmun track is a popular walk for wildflower enthusiasts and those looking for an active, but relaxing, escape. The hike should take approximately 50 days to complete.
May 20, 2018 bibbulmun track is the allinone app for the bibbulmun track in western australia. Section by section guide the section by section guide is designed to help you decide which part of the track youd like to walk and to give you all the planning information you need including. It traverses the darling range and has inspired reflections about the state of the western australian environment by. The basic idea is to introduce you to the track and the various environments the track passes through, and to show you the magic. Nov 16, 2012 if you are going out on the bibbulmun track, i suggest carrying a hard copy map also. Deciding what equipment you need for a bibbulmun track walk doesnt have to be a daunting process. Thruhikers, day hikers, volunteers, friends and family, future hikers, or armchair hikers and trail enthusiasts will all find something useful. Maps and guidebooks can be purchased from the bibbulmun track foundation, who also provide free information, advice and a range of services including a calendar of events with guided walks for all fitness levels, bibbulmun walking break itineraries and 8day all inclusive tours.
This detailed online map can calculate distances, as well as produce altitude profiles. Make sure you download and read the detailed bibbulmun track walpole to denmark trip notes which contains all the essential information you need to know before booking. Another short section between towns, this section of track is known as a section of transition. Bibbulmun track walpole to denmark inspiration outdoors. The bibbulmun track offers a wide range of experiences, from a gentle stroll to enjoy the peace and beauty of the natural environment, to an epic eight week adventure camping out at the 49 campsites and. Please use the map below to assist with planning your munda biddi adventure. Shows permitted vehicle access points, disease risk areas, campsites, terrain profiles, distance tables, track town inset maps and much more. Its often described as one of the worlds best long distance hiking trails and can take up to. Digital coordinates can be used to visualise a route for planning purposes.
This is a great opportunity for walkers to challenge themselves a bit. Balingup to donnelly river village bibbulmun track. The eight waterresistant, full colour maps show car access points, campsites. Bibbulmun track long distance walking trail from perth to. Walk aross albany highway, and immediately access the bibbulmun track sullivans rock spur trail. This 125 km section is completed over on an 8 day tour. Bibbulmun track explore parks wa parks and wildlife service. See water reports, snow conditions, stream crossing water levels, bus. Find walking maps and guidebooks, self guided walking holidays and hiking tours. Uses uris to identify things, so that people can link to it. The bibbulmun track has a special place in our hearts. The eight waterresistant, full colour maps show car access points, campsites, terrain profiles and distances tables and are available from the bibbulmun track foundation, dpaw offices, equipment stores and some visitor information centres. The bibbulmun track does have the best facilities there are three sided shelter huts at each campsite along with private tent sites, tank water and a toilet.
Bibbulmun track walk 9 day self guided bibbulmun track walk. You will walk on average 20kms a day through diverse landscapes that only the bibbulmun can offer. Use this map in conjunction with the official munda biddi trail maps, and do not assume youll have coverage to. General information the bibbulmun track is one of the worlds, and definitely one of australias, great long distance walk trails, stretching nearly kms from kalamunda perth hills to albany south coast through the heart of the scenic south west of western australia. To keep this bibbulmun track information page upto date, if you are aware of any changes to the status of this diversion to the west of walpole please do leave a comment below. It has been designed to be similar to the appalachian trail in the usa and runs from kalamunda a suburb in perth for 963 km to albany the largest and oldest town on the southern coast. Bibbulmun track full route western australia, australia. Depending on the time of year you will need 23 litres of water for the return journey. Digital coordinates are used to describe waypoints, tracks and routes for software applications on computers and gps receivers, including some mobile phones. They are intended to supplement the information available from the bibbulmun track foundation and the department of environment and conservation dec. The track passes through dwellingup, collie, balingup, donnelly river village, pemberton, northcliffe, walpole and denmark. Use this map in conjunction with the official munda biddi trail maps, and do not assume youll have coverage to use this map when you are on the trail. The bibbulmun track is a longdistance walk trail in western australia.
Walking tour australia bibbulmun track western australia. The bibbulmun track is one of the worlds great long distance walk trails, stretching km from kalamunda on the outskirts of perth, to the historic town of albany on the south coast. Bibbulmun track is a km, grade 4 one way hike located in south west region western australia. Dbca long trails dbca027 bibbulmun track gpx file data. The bibbulmun track is one of the worlds great long distance walk trails, stretching km from kalamunda in the perth hills, to albany on the. Downloadable route files explore parks wa parks and. The bibbulmun track is a worldclass walking trail which extends over kms from kalamunda to albany. If you are considering doing the walk, you should order from the foundation. Get lost in nature on the bibbulmun track keeping up. It traverses the darling range and has inspired reflections about the state of the western australian environment by william j. If youre an independent walker, our community partner, the bibbulmun track foundation, offers a host of essential products and services include planning advice, skills training events, equipment hire, and map and guide book sales. Download the bibbulmun track, walpole to denmark walking tour itinerary here. The bibbulmun track holds a trail of campsites that extends all the way from kalamunda down to albany 1005 kilometres. Jul 31, 2018 the bibbulmun track runs for more than km from perth down to albany in the states south.
Bushwalking western australia bibbulmun track my opinion. The bibbulmun track often has temporary diversions and permanent realignments for various reasons, which can extend the distance to be walked on any day. Anthikes walking with anthony long distance hiking. I had the paper map of this part of the bibbulmun track but decided to download the guthooks app and install the map on my iphone. Bibbulmun track long distance walking trail from perth. The trail is very well marked, but it only takes a moment of inattention to miss a turn. Attraction bibbulmun track tourism western australia.
Map download the digital coordinate data for the routes of the states. The section by section guide is designed to help you decide which part of the track youd like to walk and to give you all the planning information you need. Jan 04, 2017 having now completed my thruhike of the bibbulmun track, i thought it was worth providing some thoughts on the trail as a whole. Its another labour of love and i hope future walkers will find it useful. Sullivans rock is a taste of what lies ahead climbing on granite beware. The bibbulmun track offers a wide range of experiences, from an epic eightweek adventure staying in the 49 campsites along the way to daywalks, staying in comfort in one of the quaint country towns. Bibbulmun for bibles welcome to hiking the bibbulmun track with bible society. Join our 9 day walpole to denmark trip directly after this trip and enhance your bibbulmun track experience a little further. It encompasses some of the most beautiful and peaceful areas of southern western australia.
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