Baie des Deux Peuples Heritage Trail Baie des Deux Peuples Heritage Trail
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The walk leaves from the Visitor Centre and the first spot takes you to the shaded picnic area 830 metres away. It will take about 30 minutes return.
The walk to the Whalers Cove Lookout is 860 metres and will take 30 minutes return. If you go back the way you came or you can take the steep steps down and return via the beach. This is 2 kilometres and will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
You can walk further on from the Lookout to Little Beach, a very pleasant walk across the headland. It is 5km return and will take about 2 hours. Allow extra time to explore the headland and beach.
Albany Visitor Centre
(08) 6820 3700
- [email protected]
- Visit website
- 221 York Street, Albany WA 6330
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Time / Duration
3 - 4 hours return
Length
5km return
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Insect repellent
- Plenty of drinking water (as a minimum carry and drink 1 litre of water per hour of walking, per person).
- PLB or satellite phone
- Clothing to suit the activity, environment and weather conditions.
- Map/ Compass, do not rely on your phone in remote locations.
- Snacks/ Meals to keep your energy levels up on longer walks
- Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
- Rubbish bag to remove all your rubbish
- Reference material such as wildflower wildlife guides.
- Whistle (for emergencies, six short blasts per minute)
- Small trowel for toilet emergencies, and a few sheets of toilet paper in a small waterproof bag.
- Personal first aid kit (check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced).
- Torch/ Headlamp
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
Additional Useful Items
Be prepared for sudden changes in the weather during any month of the year.On hot windy days walking is not advised due to t bushfire risk.
Carry plenty of water 2 - 3 litres per person.
Stay on the designated track.
Take all rubbish including food scraps out with you.
Trail Start
35km east of Albany in two Peoples Bay Reserve and starts from Two Peoples Bay Visitor Centre.
Trail End
Bush Walk
Class 3
Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.
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Facilities
- Car Park
- Lookouts
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Visitor Information Centre
Best time of year
All year round
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