Best trails in Stirling Range National Park
Stirling Range National Park is located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia on the lands of the Mineng and Koreng peoples. It was established around Stirling Mountain Range and features rugged peaks, cliffs, and gullies. The park is known for its unique flora that grows nowhere else on earth.
Top trails
- (1657)•Hard•3.9 mi•Est. 3.5–4 hrBluff Knoll, at 1,095m above sea level, is the highest peak in the southwest. The main face of the Bluff forms one of the most impressive cliffs on the Australian mainland. Near the start of the trail, you will find a viewing platform where there is a magnificent view of the mountain as well as sweeping vistas to the west. There are also boardwalks, toilets and interpretive information. Climbing Bluff Knoll is a real challenge and will test your fitness. It's not recommended to attempt...
- (461)•Hard•2.4 miThe Aboriginal Name for Mount Toolbrunup is Koi Kyenunu-ruff meaning "mist rolling around the mountains", and is the second-highest peak in the Stirling Range National Park, receiving far less traffic than the famed Bluff Knoll (1095m). The trail leads up to the cone-shaped peak of Toolbrunup and is more challenging than scaling Bluff Knoll, with some rock scrambling towards the top. Standing at 1052m above sea level, the summit of Mount Toolbrunup has some spectacular views of Stirling...
- (301)•Hard•15.4 miThis is one of the most challenging and rewarding hikes in Western Australia. The route is not clearly marked and should only be attempted by experienced hikers with good fitness and practised navigation skills. The path explores Stirling Ranges National Park in the southwestern corner of Western Australia. This trail starts from Eastern Lookout parking area and ascends to Bluff Knoll leading you along the ridge all the way to Ellen's Peak. It is a difficult point-to-point track with many...
- (348)•Hard•1.8 miMount Trio (Warrungup) is so named because it has three separate peaks linked together by a plateau. The mountain stands at 856m above sea level. From the summit, there are sweeping views of Toolbrunup and other peaks to the southwest. The first third of the path is steep but the remainder is relatively flat. The path is initially a boardwalk and continues up the plateau and onto the summit. During spring, the mountain bells (a group of darwinias) are abundant on this walk. They are...
- (234)•Hard•1.5 miThe track to the top of Talyuberlup is a challenging, interesting and rewarding. You'll cross increasingly steep terrain through varied vegetation to a rocky crag at the summit where you can take in incredible expansive views of the Stirling and Porongurup ranges. The path begins with a gradual ascent through Veronica's wattle and Talyuberlup Mallee. The track leads to a big cave that cuts into the mountain, then travels around it to begin a brief, almost sheer ascent before finishing with...
- (206)•Hard•1.9 miMount Hassell, standing about 827m above sea level, is a popular walk with stunning views and gorgeous scenery. The walk up to the top finishes with a short steep scramble over a dome of rock that forms the summit. There are excellent views over nearby Toolbrunup Peak. In spring the wildflowers make a striking show. This walk is not recommended in wet or windy conditions or extreme heat.
- (112)•Hard•4.1 miDiscover the soaring peaks and unique flora on Western Australia's southern coast with this fantastic trail. The beginning of the track is encircled by towering wandoo trees. The track then crosses a brook, then meanders across open terrain. The track then climbs steeply through dense undergrowth to reach a clearing on the crest between Mount Magog and Talyuberlup Peak to the southeast. The number and beauty of the wildflowers here is staggering. The park is one of the world's most...
- (47)•Hard•16.1 miThis is a challenging and adventurous trail featuring stunning views of the range and surrounding landscape at various points. The trail uses part of the Three Arrows Ridge Walk and turns off after the First Arrow (894m) onto North Mirlpunda Fire Break to make a circuit back to the North Boundary Track. This trail features some serious elevation gain that should not be underestimated. Be sure to come prepared with plenty of food and water and download the map before heading out. There are...
- (23)•Moderate•0.5 mi•Est. 0.5–1 hrThis is a terrific trek to Central Lookout in Stirling Rangers National Park. Enjoy the stunning views a the lookout with Talyuberlup and Monderup Peak both clearly visible from this exquisite vantage point. There are info boards detailing the history of the landforms in WA's southwest At the start of the trail there is parking and a picnic area.
- (18)•Moderate•7.3 mi•Est. 3–3.5 hrThis trail follows the North Boundary Track along the northeastern edge of the Stirling Range National Park in southern WA. Enjoy sweeping views across the rolling countryside and toward Moir Hill whilst traversing through native Australian vegetation on wide undulating trails. There are a few decent uphill and downhill sections on this route that will definitely get your heart pumping and leave you feeling like you've had a decent workout. To access the trailhead follow Gnowellen Road...
Visitor info
Stirling Range National Park charges a fee to enter.