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Blowholes Trail, Torndirrup NP Blowholes Trail, Torndirrup NP

  • Less than 1 hour
  • 1.6 km
    • Bush Walk Class 2

      Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

This 1.6 kilometre return walk to the blowholes provides a wonderful view of the rugged coastline of Torndirrup National Park.  Be warned that there are 78 steps and the walk back is all uphill!

To see the Blowholes in action, go on a windy day.  The sound of the blowholes is impressive.
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The Blowholes, the result of water being forced up into a crackline in the granite, produce spray and loud eerie sounds when a big swell is running. Depending on the swell, size and direction of approach to the sea cliffs The Blowholes may or may not be blowing. When they do, the noise is quite impressive and this attraction should not be missed, especially on a day when the ocean swell is high. Just rug-up warmly and wear sturdy non-slip shoes.

This walk is the most popular in Torndirrup National Park, but be sure to keep away from the ocean at all times, as several lives have been lost in this vicinity. The 1.6km return walk begins at the western end of the carpark and is well signposted. Follow the bitumen path for about 400 metres to the top of some steps. There are fine views of Peak Head to the south-east and Eclipse Island to the south-west. After the steps the path swings to the right then traverses an open granite area. Signs indicate the location of the Blowholes. At the Blowholes, do not proceed any further to the ocean and do not stand over the Blowholes.

No signage on the road by the way. First turning on the right after the natural bridge and Gap viewing platform. If you see the sign for Jimmy Newells you have already passed it going south.

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Time / Duration

0.5 hour

Length

1.6km return

What To Pack

Group A - Urban Trails (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.

Trail Start

Frenchman Bay Road, Torndirrup National Park, 400km (5 hours) south of Perth

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Trail End

Bush Walk

Class 2

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

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Difficulty Notes

There are 78 steps and the return walk is all uphill so some level of fitness is needed.

Hazards & Warnings

The path to the blowholes contains many steps. Take care when wet and windy and do not venture downslope from the path.

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Coach Parking
  • Lookouts
  • View Platform

Best time of year

January to December

Fees

Trail Access

Road 2WD

Prohibited Items

No pets
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2 trail goers have rated Blowholes Trail, Torndirrup NP as 4 out of 5!

We love to hear from people who've been on our Western Australian trails, so it would be most appreciated it if you wanted to leave a review.

Rebecca Reid

Reviewed 6 Jan 2023, 9:45pm

After several flights of stairs, the path opens up to large granite rocks to traverse, watch the waves crash and, of course, the blow hole spurt! Definitely worth the short walk to see!
Jess Kneale

Reviewed 5 Jan 2017, 8:35pm

Good trail, blow holes are not always active.

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