Forest Attractions

Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk
Explore Western Australias world famous forest of gigantic tingle trees-from the forest floor and from 40 metres up in the canopy. The world class Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk soars gently upwards amidst the Tingle foliage and opens up a world of birds and flowers that most people never see.

The walkway has gained international attention for its innovative design and the exciting experience it offers.

Descend to the boardwalks below and explore the "Ancient Empire" - a grove of impressive veteran tingle trees.

This award winning attraction provides a unique experience was judged Australias best regional tourist attraction at the 2000 Australian Tourism Awards and in 2001 was elevated to WA tourisms "Hall of Fame".

Dress according to weather conditions; Walking shoes recommended. Allow 45-60 minutes.

Entry fees:

Adults	Children (6-15 years)	Family (2 adults plus children)	Concession*
$8.00	$4.00	$22.00	$6.00

 *( Australian Seniors, Age Pension, Department of Veterans' Affairs, Centrelink Carer, Disability Support and Companion Cards)
Open; 9am - 4.15pm Daily (except Christmas Day)
During WA Christmas school holidays Extended hours; 8.00am - 5.15pm 
Closed: Christmas Day and during hazardous weather conditions.
Disabled access and toilets

Giant Tingle Tree
Opposite Knoll Drive, Hilltop Road winds through a very special red tingle and Karri forest. Two kilometres along this one-way road will bring you to a spectacular lookout over the Frankland River, Nornalup Inlet and Southern Ocean. Three kilometres after the lookout will bring you to the car park of the Giant Tingle Tree. From here starts an 800m circular walk which leads down to the Giant Tingle Tree and the board walk that protects it. At 24 metres, this is the largest, living, girthed eucalypt known in the world.

Two hundred metres after the Giant Tingle Tree carpark there is an opportunity to rejoin the South Coast Highway as Hilltop Road continues on to Circular Pool.

Circular Pool
The Frankland River Circular Pool is attractive all year, both for the falls in winter and the large, tranquil pool in summer. In winter marvel at the mountains of froth created by tannins leaching into the river from the native vegetation. Viewing platforms and wheelchair access is available.

Mount Frankland
Drive 29 km north of Walpole through farming area and National Park to Mount Frankland.

Climb to its peak for a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape, or enjoy the walk trail around the base. The walk trail around the base starts at the car park (look for small sign on the right hand side as you enter the car park) and winds its way around for 1.5 km finishing at the base of the summit walk. The summit walk will take approximately one hour to complete the return journey and a reasonable level of fitness is required due to the steepness of the climb.

A shelter, toilet, water and barbecue facilities are also available to campers.

Fernhook Falls 
Located on Beardmore Road (36kms NW of Walpole), Fernhook Falls are part of the Deep River with spectacular falls in winter. This area is also a popular swimming and picnic spot in summer. Below the falls, at the river edge, are board walks and a stairway into the river affords a safe canoe launch during the white water season of July to October. Camping facilities are also available. Two shelters, camping sites, water and barbecue facilities are provided for a fee.

Walpole-Nornalup National Park
The Walpole-Nornalup National Park is located on the south coast and is approximately 18,116 hectares. This park has Karri and Tingle Eucalypt forests, wilderness area, some sandy beaches, picturesque coastline.

Karri and Tingle Eucalypt forest. Forest of Jarrah, Marri. Coastal heathland and some Red Flowering Gums. Animals to be found include the Western Grey Kangaroo, Quokka, Honey Possum, Yellow Footed Mouse, Bush Rat, Bandicoots and a variety of birds, Fly Batchs, Honeyeaters, Parrots.

The Walpole-Nornalup National Park is located on the south coast and is approximately 18,116 hectares. This park has Karri and Tingle Eucalypt forests, wilderness area, some sandy beaches, picturesque coastline.

Karri and Tingle Eucalypt forest. Forest of Jarrah, Marri. Coastal heathland and some Red Flowering Gums. Animals to be found include the Western Grey Kangaroo, Quokka, Honey Possum, Yellow Footed Mouse, Bush Rat, Bandicoots and a variety of birds, Fly Batchs, Honeyeaters, Parrots.
Karri and Tingle Eucalypt forest. Forest of Jarrah, Marri. Coastal heathland and some Red Flowering Gums. Animals to be found include the Western Grey Kangaroo, Quokka, Honey Possum, Yellow Footed Mouse, Bush Rat, Bandicoots and a variety of birds, Fly Batchs, Honeyeaters, Parrots.

Bibbulmun Track
The Bibbulmun Track is Western Australias only long-distance walking trail and is one of the longest, continuously marked trails in Australia.

It is named after a distinct Aboriginal language group, known as the Bibbulmun, who inhabited some of the areas on the south coast through which the track passes. It is marked by a stylised image of the Waugal (rainbow serpent), a spirit being from the Aboriginal Dreaming.

This world-class, 963 km long-distance walktrail stretches from Kalamunda, a Hills suburb on the outskirts of Perth, to Albany, on the south coast.

Shannon National Park
Shannon National Park is set in some of the most magnificent karri country in Western Australias southern forest. The park covers the entire basin of the Shannon River, from its headwaters to the Southern Ocean. The park covers 53,500 hectares, including old growth and regrowth karri forests and biologically-rich heathlands and wetlands.

Information shelters tell the story of the Shannon, or you can listen on your radio to the park broadcasts at signposted stops around the Great Forest Trees Drive. There are also camping and walking opportunities within the park.