Walpole
Town
Population 322
Walpole is entirely surrounded by national park and is the only place in the South-West where the forest meets the sea. The area is renowned for its striking ocean and forest scenery, which provides an idyllic setting for outdoor activities. The town of Walpole was established in 1930 through the Nornalup Land Settlement Scheme for city families hit by the Great Depression.
Visitor Information
Pioneer Cottage, South Coast Hwy; (08) 9840 1111
Nearby national parks
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Walpole-Nornalup National Park
Walpole–Nornalup National Park, surrounding the town of Walpole on the state’s south coast, is renowned for its forest of rare...more -
Mount Frankland National Park
Mount Frankland, known as Caldyanup to the local Aboriginal people, rises up out of the karri, tingle and jarrah forests north of Walpole....more -
Shannon National Park
Shannon National Park, between Manjimup and Walpole in Western Australia’s southern forest region, encompasses the Shannon River as it...more
Nearby towns
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Denmark WA
Denmark lies at the foot of Mt Shadforth, overlooking the tranquil Denmark River and Wilson Inlet. It is surrounded by forests of towering...more -
Northcliffe
Magnificent virgin karri forests surround the township of Northcliffe, 31 kilometres south of Pemberton in the state's South-West. Just a...more -
Pemberton
Pemberton sits in a quiet valley surrounded by some of the tallest trees in the world and, in spring, brilliant wildflowers. This is the...more
In Town
Pioneer Cottage: re-creation of a historic cottage to commemorate the district's pioneer settlers; South Coast Hwy.
Nearby
Walpole–Nornalup National Park The many forest attractions include the Valley of the Giants, the Hilltop Drive and Lookout, Circular Pool and the Knoll. The park is probably best known for its huge, buttressed red tingle trees, some more than 400 years old, which are unique to the Walpole area. The world-class Bibbulmun Track, between Perth and Albany, passes through the park. See Albany; 4 km se.Valley of the Giants Here visitors can wander over a walkway suspended 38 m above the forest floor, the highest and longest tree-top walkway of its kind in the world. The Ancient Empire interpretive boardwalk weaves its way through the veteran tingle trees. Twilight walks are available in holiday season. Contact (08) 9840 8263; 16 km E.Giant Red Tingle: a 25 m circumference defines this tree as one of the 10 largest living things on the planet; 2 km E. Hilltop Lookout: views over the Frankland River out to the Southern Ocean; 2 km W. John Rate Lookout: panoramic views over the mouth of the Deep River and of the nearby coastline and forests; 4 km W. Thurlby Herb Farm: herb garden display with sales of herbal products; Gardiner Rd; 13 km N. Mandalay Beach: site of the 1911 shipwreck of the Norwegian Mandalay. A boardwalk has descriptive notes about the wreck. Also popular for fishing; 20 km W. Dinosaur World: a collection of native birds and reptiles, and exotic birds; 25 km E. Mt Frankland National Park: noted for its exceptional variety of birdlife, it also offers breathtaking views from the top of Mt Frankland, known as 'Caldyanup' to the local Aboriginal people; 29 km N. Peaceful Bay: small fishing village with an excellent beach for swimming; 35 km E. Fernhook Falls: ideal picnic spot with boardwalk, at its best in winter when it is popular for canoeing and kayaking; 36 km NW. Walk trails: many trails in the area, including self-guide Horseyard Hill Walk Trail through the karri forest and the signposted Coalmine Beach Heritage Trail from the coastal heathland to the inlets; contact visitor centre for maps. Tours: take a guided cruise through the inlets and rivers, hire a boat or canoe, or go on a forest tour or wilderness eco-cruise; contact visitor centre for details.
Fishing spots near town
Albany 112 km
Albany, about five hours’ drive south of Perth, is most famous for being the home of the last Australian whaling station. But talk to tackle store owner Jim Allen and you soon realise there is more to Albany than... Find out moreDunsborough 212 km
Dunsborough is about three hours’ drive south of Perth, and offers beach, rock and boat fishing. Local fishing store operator Damien Lane says the rock ledges produce salmon in autumn and winter, Samson fish,... Find out moreEco-friendly activities around town
Cycling tours 57 km
Denmark Bike Adventures hires bikes and recommends a couple of cycling tours, including a hike–bike combination in which you can walk a section of the Bibbulmun Track (see Hiking below), then hop on a bike to cycle... Find out moreFour-wheel-drive tours around Pemberton and Albany 87 km
Pemberton Discovery Tours is a carbon-neutral business that runs 4WD and tag-along tours through the great karri forests, along beaches and through dune systems, with a particular focus on environmental impact. There are... Find out moreWildflower tour - Mount Barker 94 km
The Banksia Farm at Mount Barker has the world’s only arboretum of all 77 banksia species and nearly all the dryandras as well. Join a tour around the farm to hear fascinating yarns about how banksias were used in... Find out moreWalking the Cape to Cape Track 161 km
One of Western Australia’s brilliant longdistance walks, the Cape to Cape Walk covers 135 kilometres between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin, going through coastal heath, wildflowers, jarrah–marri forest... Find out moreCaving - Southern Western Australia 169 km
Six limestone caves in the Capes region are open to the public and there are self-guided and adventure-caving options. Jewel Cave is the largest of Western Australia’s tourist caves and has beautiful formations... Find out moreSurfing - Margaret River 190 km
Well known as holding some of the best surfing breaks in the country, beaches near Margaret River also provide a great venue to learn to surf, with plenty of teachers to help you start and a variety of surf conditions.... Find out moreMargaret River canoe tour 190 km
Bushtucker River and Winery Tours will take you canoeing down the quiet Margaret River, with opportunities to see kangaroos, bushtucker- bearing plants and heritage sites on a guided four-hour excursion. There is time... Find out moreSnorkelling around Busselton and Augusta 195 km
The marine life growing off and feeding near the historic 1841-metre Busselton Jetty makes it one of the easiest and best snorkelling and dive sites in Western Australia. The Underwater Observatory (see entry below) at... Find out moreDolphin Discovery Centre 209 km
This non-profit organisation is committed to education, conservation and research about dolphins, but also provides extraordinary opportunities to interact with these creatures. About 90 wild bottlenose dolphins live in... Find out moreWardan Aboriginal Centre 215 km
The cultural centre for the Wardandi people, this rammed-earth building in Yallingup has Aboriginal art displays, guided tours, toolmaking and spear-throwing workshops and dance demonstrations.... Find out moreCafes & restaurants around town
The Nornalup Teahouse Restaurant
Situated in the heart of the Nornalup Valley and moments from the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, the Nornalup Teahouse Restaurant serves a range of light to substantial meals. The menu features fresh seasonal... Find out moreUsing ingredients from the farm, the cafe at the Thurlby Herb Farm serves fresh lunches and home-baked cakes for morning or afternoon tea. Visitors can breathe in all that fresh country air in beautiful surroundings... Find out more
The Tree Top Restaurant is one of the few places in Walpole open for dinner; however that’s not the only reason to dine here. Elegantly decorated, the restaurant isn’t the usual run-of-the-mill bistro that... Find out more
Situated between Denmark and Walpole, and nestled on the banks of the Kent River, the cafe at the Old Kent River Wines embraces the slow food movement. The cafe serves a hearty menu that takes pride in using fresh local... Find out more
Nearby breweries
Cowaramup Brewing Company 194 km
This family-owned microbrewery, based in the Margaret River wine-producing belt, first fired up in December 2006. Cowaramup can be tricky to pronounce for some visitors (correctly: Ca-rara-mup) and the locals often refer... Find out moreBootleg Brewery 205 km
Established in 1994 in the Margaret River wine region, this long-running craft brewery bills itself as ‘an oasis of beer in a desert of wine’. The metaphor never quite rang true and even less so in recent... Find out moreCampsites around town
Coalmine Beach Holiday Park 2 km
On Knoll Dr, off the South Coast Hwy, 3 km east of Walpole, Coalmine Beach Holiday Park has all the facilities of a good caravan park, in an ideal location. Choose from a wide range of water-based activities when not... Find out moreFrankland campsite 8 km
Frankland campsite is 27.5 km from Mt Clare. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreCentre Road camping area 13 km
On Centre Rd, 5 km east of the South Western Hwy, this small camping area is on the western side of Deep River. Take the signposted turn-off 20 km north-west of Walpole. Surrounded by dense forest, the basic... Find out moreCrystal Springs Campground 13 km
On Mandalay Beach Rd off the South Western Hwy, 13 km west of Walpole, Crystal Springs camping area is accessible to conventional vehicles and is located near the ranger station. Expect basic facilities in a shady,... Find out moreRame Head campsite 14 km
Rame Head campsite is 15.6 km from Giants. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreLong Point campsite 15 km
Long Point campsite is 17.2 km from Woolbales. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreWoolbales campsite 16 km
Woolbales campsite is 20.4 km from Mt Chance. No fires are permitted.... Find out moreGiants campsite 16 km
Giants campsite is 13.7 km from Frankland River. No fires are permitted.... Find out morePeaceful Bay Caravan Park 19 km
Located on Peaceful Bay Road off the South Coast Highway 34 km east of Walpole and 45 km west of Denmark, this shire owned caravan park is on the eastern edge of the National Park, bordered by magnificent forest and... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Rest Point Holiday Village 2 km
This is an ideal holiday park in an informal setting, located on the water’s edge just 5 km from the town. The park has newly developed sites and amenities. Bookings are required from December to April.... Find out moreCoalmine Beach Holiday Park 2 km
This is a large tourist park, situated near an inlet, with good amenities and a range of facilities. The Valley of the Giants is nearby, as are some good fishing spots. Bookings are required in peak periods and... Find out moreDenmark Rivermouth Caravan Park 58 km
This popular park is located right on the water, a short 1-km walk from the town. This is a basic holiday park at a competitive price. The boat ramp adjoins the park. Bookings are required in peak times and a... Find out morePemberton Caravan Park 87 km
This is a spacious place with lots of shade and trees, just 1 km from the town centre. The budget-priced park has basic amenities, and a natural-style pool right next door. Bookings are required in peak periods and a... Find out moreFonty’s Pool Caravan Park 98 km
Closed during July and August, this park is in a rural setting just 8 km from Manjimup along a sealed road. Fonty’s Pool is a spring-fed swimming hole, with a rich history dating back to 1925. Bookings are required... Find out moreBIG4 Albany Gardens Holiday Resort 104 km
The closest park to the centre of Albany, this is a good quality place with a well-stocked shop, a tennis court and a native animal enclosure. The park is in a quiet, off-the-main-road position, well protected from the... Find out moreMiddleton Beach Holiday Park 108 km
A great place for a holiday, this quality park has a fabulous position and fronts onto 500 metres of a popular swimming beach. Just 3 km from the Albany post office, it has good amenities and a range of facilities... Find out moreEmu Beach Holiday Park 110 km
This quality, popular beachside park is 7 km from the centre of Albany. It has a wide range of facilities including a massage studio and minigolf. Bookings are necessary and minimum-stay periods apply at Christmas,... Find out moreKalgan River Chalets and Caravan Park 114 km
Situated 11 km east of Albany on the Kalgan River, this park suits travellers looking for plenty of space. There are large sites and big rigs can be accommodated. Its features include canoes for hire, a nine-hole golf... Find out moreCheynes Beach Caravan Park 153 km
Cheynes Beach is an extremely picturesque coastal village. The large caravan park is a short walk to the beach and well protected from the elements. It is very popular and bookings are required at Christmas, Easter and... Find out moreHotels, motels & B&Bs around town
Nestled on the banks of the Frankland River, the Che Sara Sara Chalets are a tranquil retreat. The self-contained cottages have either two or three bedrooms and include an open fireplace or a potbelly. Bushwalking,... Find out more
Explore the Frankland River aboard a houseboat and fish, swim or simply enjoy the natural beauty. There are three boats to choose from, varying in the number of berths and sleeping four to ten people. All include cooking... Find out more
The Tree Elle Retreat is one of those places that caters well to kids and yet hasn’t forgotten that adults have needs too. While a day spa, gourmet kitchens, king-sized beds, rural views and plush decor... Find out more
Soaking in a hot spa in the forest with stunning views and a wood fire are the ingredients for a cosy escape. The three-bedroom chalets at the Walpole Wilderness Resort are fully equipped, with barbecues and outdoor... Find out more
Eco-friendly places to stay around town
Watermark Kilns 69 km
For something completely different, stay in one of two ex-tobacco kilns, converted into comfortable, low-key accommodation. The double kiln (suitable for large families or bigger groups) has recycled timbers, water is... Find out moreBurnside Bungalows 194 km
At Margaret River you can stay on this certified organic and biodynamic farm that produces mulberries, apricots, nectarines, peaches, avocados and olives. The accommodation is in cottages made with rammed earth and... Find out moreYelverton Brook Eco Spa Retreat 198 km
Set in a 40-hectare conservation reserve protected from feral predators, with woylies, bandicoots and other animals roaming around, the self-contained chalets here have everything you could want, including local... Find out moreYallingup Strawbale Retreat 211 km
The two retreats here have walls built of straw. You can collect eggs for your breakfast, or see what is in season in the orchard.... Find out moreRest areas around town
Parry Beach Camp Area 40 km
T/O 43 km E of Walpole (R) or 23 km W of Denmark (L) Small secluded campground located 6 kilometres south of the highway on the foreshore among dense coastal vegetation. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S35 02.375... Find out moreGreens Pool Park Area 46 km
T/O 52 km E of Walpole (R) or 14 km W of Denmark (L) Foreshore parking area located 4 kilometres south of the highway. GPS: S35 01.376 E117 14.133 ... Find out moreShannon Camp Area 51 km
52 km S of Manjimup (R) or 66 km N of Walpole (L) Very nice campground located well off the highway in a secluded forest setting in Shannon National Park. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S34 35.725 E116 24.642 ... Find out moreShannon Park Area 52 km
52 km S of Manjimup (L) or 66 km N of Walpole (R) Small area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S34 35.479 E116 24.686... Find out moreDenmark Park Area 57 km
East side of town Parking area just off the highway on the banks of the river. GPS: S34 57.610 E117 21.388 ... Find out moreFrankland River Rest Area 58 km
77 km W of Mount Barker (R) or 84 km E of Manjimup (L) Large area just off the highway surrounded by trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 28.625 E116 54.05... Find out moreRocky Gully Park Area 58 km
67 km W of Mount Barker (R) or 94 km E of Manjimup (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S34 30.570 E117 00.766... Find out moreLake Muir Park Area 60 km
102 km W of Mount Barker (L) or 59 km E of Manjimup (R) Small area just off the highway at the observatory. Limited shade. GPS: S34 26.466 E116 38.907... Find out moreDiamond Tree Lookout Park Area 92 km
10 km S of Manjimup (R) or 108 km N of Walpole (L) Small area just off the highway in the forest. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S34 19.195 E116 07.227... Find out moreSturdee Road Rest Area 94 km
11 km SE of Kojonup (R) or 92 km N of Mount Barker (L) Small area just off the highway among a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 32.120 E117 36.106 ... Find out moreKing River Park Area 107 km
11 km NE of Albany (R) or 167 km SW of Jerramungup (L) Very small area just off the highway among some large trees on the banks of the river. Good shade. GPS: S34 56.343 E117 54.261... Find out moreTunney Road Rest Area 112 km
38 km SE of Kojonup (L) or 65 km NW of Mount Barker (R) Small area just off the highway around a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 06.750 E117 21.998... Find out moreBridgetown Park Area 124 km
South end of town Large area just off the highway on the riverbank. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S33 58.197 E116 08.041 ... Find out moreJarrah Park Rest Area 125 km
21 km W of Bridgetown (R) or 24 km E of Nannup (L) Very small area just off the highway in the forest. Good shade. GPS: S34 01.843 E115 59.137 ... Find out moreWillow Springs Camp Area 127 km
T/O 24 km W of Bridgetown (L) or 21 km E of Nannup (R) Secluded area located 5 kilometres south of the highway in the forest. Good shade. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S34 02.745 E115 55.553... Find out moreKarri Gully Rest Area 130 km
26 km W of Bridgetown (R) or 19 km E of Nannup (L) Very small area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S34 00.445 E115 56.446... Find out moreNormans Beach Camp Area 136 km
T/O 38 km NE of Albany (R) or 140 km SW of Jerramungup (L) Very small camp area located on the foreshore 11 kilometres east of the highway. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road part unsealed. GPS: S34 55.280 E118... Find out moreGreenbushes Rest Area 141 km
9 km S of Balingup (R) or 17 km N of Bridgetown (L) Large grassed area just off the highway at the junction with the road into Greenbushes. GPS: S33 50.215 E116 03.023... Find out moreCanebrake Rest Area 144 km
34 km W of Nannup (R) or 41 km E of Karridale (L) Small area just off the highway surrounded by trees. Good shade. GPS: S34 09.348 E115 31.116... Find out moreWorkers Pool Camp Area 148 km
T/O 2 km N of Nannup Small camp area located 8 kilometres west of Vasse Highway via Mowen Road. Good shade. GPS: S33 57.244 E115 41.280 ... Find out moreBarrabup Pool Camp Area 149 km
T/O 2 km N of Nannup Small camp area located 8 kilometres west of Vasse Highway via Mowen Road. Good shade. GPS: S33 56.666 E115 41.590... Find out moreBoscabel Road Rest Area 150 km
75 km SE of Williams (L) or 19 km NW of Kojonup (R) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S33 39.510 E117 05.776... Find out moreWhat's on around town
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