Albert Facey Heritage Trail Albert Facey Heritage Trail
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Take some time to explore the Albert Facey Homestead, and see where Facey spent much of his life, before travelling on to see the Wickepin Boarding House and the Wickepin Hotel.
Drive past the various farms where Facey worked including the Miekles, the Phillips, the Morans and the Bibbys farm.
The trail also gives an insight into some of the general history of the area visiting Tarling Well, Tarling Hall and the Inkiepinkie School.
Much of the trail is on well maintained gravel roads.
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Time / Duration
Allow half a day
Length
55km
Trail End
Additional information
Take care driving on gravel roads, especially in wet conditions.
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group D - Drive Trails (Drive trails: 2WD & 4WD)
- Ample fuel, water and non-perishable food
- Maps
- Recovery gear, spare tyres and parts
- Two-way communication
- First Aid Kit (check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced).
- Extra fuel and water in case you get lost or your vehicle breaks down
- Consider taking a PLB or satellite phone
- Park entry fees may apply, check the trail information on each trail to find out more
Hazards & Warnings
Take special care driving in on gravel roads, especially in wet conditionsFacilities
Facilities are available at the start and end of the trail, but not along the route- Cafe
- Car Park
- All accessible parking
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- Shop
- All accessible toilet facilities
- Picnic Area
Best time of year
Any time
Fees
No fees apply
Trail Access
Self drive from Wickepin, 3.5 hours SE of Perth WA
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Albert Facey Homestead at the start of the trail
Much of the trail follows gravel roads
Archie McCalls Farm
Tarling Well
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