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The Bibbulmun Track is often described as one of the greatest walking trails in the world, and I am sure that as you walk through the tall forests of the southwest you would agree that it certainly fits that description. But have you ever wondered about some of the other great trails of the world? […]
Map 3 – Collie, now features the newly constructed Wellington spur trial which links the Bibbulmun Track from Yabberup Campsite (south of Collie) to the Wellington National Park. The new spur trail incudes to new group campsites – Lyall’s Mill and Arcadia Campsites. Buy the map or read about the Welington spur trail and group […]
It’s with great excitement that we introduce the new Bibbulmun Track website to you. Aside from an updated look, the new website will make planning your next walk a lot easier. Read on to discover new features and how to login… New features include: Google maps – see the Track and location of campsites, access […]
Verve Energy’s Grasmere Wind Farm is now complete. As part of this project, the Bibbulmun Track has been realigned and the Hidden Valley campsite has been removed. Two new campsites, Sandpatch and Muttonbird, have been built to accommodate the realignment. A new Denmark/Albany Map 8 is being printed and will be available by the end […]
The Department of Environment and Conservation, as part of the Western Shield wildlife recovery programme, will once again begin aerial fox baiting in March. The baits contain a naturally occurring toxin (1080). Baited areas should be considered toxic to pets at all times of the year. These baits will kill domestic dogs and cats. Owners […]
DEC advise that Lake Maringup campsite south of Northcliffe has been saved. Thanks to the DEC that put in a fire break around the campsite before the fire reached it. It certainly would have helped. Our thanks go to all fire fighters who continue to put in an amazing effort in tackling this massive fire. […]
The Bibbulmun Track Foundation is hosting a 3-day Wilderness First Aid course through Wilderness First Aid Consultants on 3 – 5 March 2012. Registrations are open. Click here for more info. « Ministerial Announcement for Bibbulmun Track Lake Maringup Campsite saved after bushfire »
Upgrade for popular Bibbulmun Track Environment Minister Bill Marmion announced on Sunday 20 March almost $400,000 would be spent on trail maintenance and upgrading facilities along the Bibbulmun Track, as the trail continues to grow in popularity among local and international visitors. “We are seeing about 430,000 visits on the track each year, comprising an […]
The Grasmere wind farm – part of the expansion of the Albany wind farm – is now operational. Approximately 3km of Track immediately to the west of Hidden Valley Camp Site has recently been constructed due to the expansion of Verve Energy’s Grasmere Wind Farm. Walkers are asked to bear in mind that it whilst […]
Vehicles, trail bikes and mountain bikes are a problem on the Track. Aside from causing inconvenience to fellow walkers they have caused some serious damage to the Track and facilities as well as injury to walkers. Vehicles, trails bikes & mountain bikes are not permitted on the Bibbulmun Track, or at any Campsite. If you […]