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Jarrahdale Balmoral Trail Walk (11km)

Balmoral POW Camp

Western Australia

11km

3 hrs

Grade 3

One Way

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Hike at a Glance

Quick overview: Experience the historical Balmoral Trail, a moderate 11km hike starting from the Balmoral POW Camp to the Mundlimup Timber Trails in Western Australia. Located just 70kms from Perth, near the quaint town of Jarrahdale, this trail offers a unique journey through bushland, farmland, and features intriguing landmarks like a log loading ramp and 1920's "shield trees". Ideal for both walkers and mountain bikers, remember to respect private property as the trail crosses a farm, use provided stiles for access.

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Essential information


Hike overview



Track grade


Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.

Practical information


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Jarrahdale Balmoral Trail Walk (11km)


Explore safely


Planning this hike? Most incidents develop before you even start. Safe outcomes depend on how navigation, hydration, environment, load and judgement work together. Small oversights can compound quickly in Australian conditions. See how it happens in the Hiking Safety Systems Foundations. Then use the Hiking Safety Systems, planning calculators, and make sure a trusted contact has your trip plan before heading out.

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Register your plans

Before you go, complete a trip intentions form and share it with a trusted contact. Agree on a Late-Back Time and ask them to call 000 (Police) if you have not checked in. A clear trip plan is one of the simplest and most effective safety steps you can take.

Planning checklists


Download the hiking preparation and safety checklists before leaving home to help you think through your plans. They help ensure important considerations are not overlooked and support safer decision-making on the trail.

Getting there


Getting to the trailhead: Balmoral POW Camp.

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Accommodation nearby


Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.

Nearby towns: Balmoral, Cuballing, Narrogin, Pingelly, Williams

About the region


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Acknowledgement of Country

Jarrahdale balmoral trail walk (11km) trail hiking australia

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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