Nestled within the stunning Torndirrup National Park, the Bald Head Walk Trail offers a challenging yet rewarding adventure for experienced hikers. This 12.5km return trek traverses the Flinders Peninsula, a dramatic granite formation jutting out into the Southern Ocean. Hikers are treated to breathtaking coastal vistas, encompassing both the vastness of the Southern Ocean and the sheltered waters of King George Sound.
While Torndirrup National Park boasts popular attractions like the Blowholes and Natural Bridge, the Bald Head Walk Trail remains a hidden gem for those seeking a more strenuous experience. The trail climbs and descends along the Flinders Peninsula's narrow ridge, offering a constant interplay of dramatic ocean views and glimpses back towards Albany.
This challenging hike is ideal for hardcore bushwalkers. Expect a 6-8 hour journey that pushes your limits with steep and sometimes difficult sections along the 12.5km route. The reward? Reaching Bald Head, a round headland of granite that slopes majestically into the ocean. This iconic landmark is visible from many points along the Torndirrup Coast.
The trail itself offers diverse terrain: boardwalks, packed limestone paths, and sections of exposed granite. This variety keeps the exploration interesting, with constant opportunities to capture stunning photographs. Witness the power of the ocean crashing against the granite cliffs, or turn your lens towards the breathtaking panorama of Albany and King George Sound.
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Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the
AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
Total distance: 12594 m
Max elevation: 218 m
Min elevation: 32 m
Total climbing: 690 m
Total descent: -690 m
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The Bald Head Walk Trail, located just a 10-minute drive south of Albany (itself a five-hour drive south of Perth), promises stunning coastal views. Look for clear signage as you head east from Albany along Princess Royal Dr, then onto Frenchman Bay Rd, Salmon Hole Rd, and finally Murray Rd.
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This wild and rugged coastal park is known for its spectacular wave-carved features including the Natural Bridge, The Gap and the Blowholes. At Torndirrup National Park, windswept coastal heaths give way to massive granite outcrops, sheer cliffs and steep sandy slopes and dunes. The Southern Ocean has sculpted a Natural Bridge in the coastal granites and formed The Gap, where the waves rush in and out with tremendous ferocity. The Blowholes, a crackline in the granite, 'blows' air and occasionally spray. The noise is quite impressive.
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