Woody Island is an 'A' Class Reserve and one of more than 100 islands and islets that make up the Recherche Archipelago, a chain of islands stretching 230km from Esperance to the Great Australian Bight. The island is named for its stands of tall trees, a rare sight in this archipelago.
This walk start at the Woody Island Visitors Centre. You can take a free guided walk to a clearing overlooking this historic spot and learn about the story behind the name of Twiggy's Landing. Continue along the path past the clearing to the Shearwater Lookout . From the lookout you can watch for adult flesh-footed shearwaters returning to their nesting burrows at dusk during their summer breeding season.
Start Point: Trail starts at Woody Island Visitor Centre
End Point: Trail starts at Woody Island Visitor Centre
Region: Woody Island, Golden Outback
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Getting there
Closest towns to this walk: Albany, Bald Island, Bruce Rock, Cape Le Grand, Condingup, Esperance, Frenchman Bay, Kondinin, Kulin, Merredin, Munglinup, Narembeen, Salmon Beach, Torbay, Wellstead
Getting to the trailhead in Woody Island Nature Reserve.
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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.
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