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Caldyanup Trail, Mt Frankland NP

Caldyanup Trail Mt Frankland N P C Soord 1 +8 Gallery
Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Moderate
Trail difficulty

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.

  • Length 1.6km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Circuit / loop
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Dominated by an impressive granite peak, Mount Frankland National Park covers approximately 31,000 hectares of karri, jarrah and tingle forest as well as expanses of treeless heathland.

Named after the Noongar word for Mount Frankland, this moderate walk circumnavigates the base of the granite mass through shady karri forest allowing a closer look at this unique environment. You may choose to follow this trail on your descent from the summit as an alternative route to the Towerman’s Hut and picnic area. A good level of fitness is recommended and be aware that the granite sections may be slippery.

Gas barbecues and picnic tables are provided at the Towerman’s Hut about 100m from the carpark. Check out the hut and learn about the life of a towerman. Find out if you would have possessed the qualifications to become a towerman in 1950.

Mount Frankland National Park is home to a rich array of birds, from eagles that soar high above the peak to colourful fairy wrens and robins that flit through the forest. Spring and early summer are the best times for birdwatching. Although the park has never been fully surveyed for birds, more than 50 species are likely to occur here.

Mount Frankland National Park is one of seven national parks in the 363,000 hectare Walpole Wilderness. 

 

Walpole Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9840 0400

Walpole-Nornalup Visitor Centre

(08) 9840 1111

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

1-2 hours

Length

1.6 km loop

Trail Access

Road 2WD, 400km from Perth

Trail Start

Car park, Mount Frankland National Park. 30 minutes from Walpole which is 400km (4 hours) south of Perth.

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Trail End

When to go

September to November for wildflowers

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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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Hazards & Warnings

Granite can be slippery when wet.

Prohibited items

No dogs

Facilities

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • View Platform
  • Interpretive Centre

Trail Accessibility

  • All accessible parking
  • All accessible toilet facilities
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Trail information updated
7th May 2026

Today May 17, 8:05am

12°C

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Max 19°

Min 11°

Precipitation: 33%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 1.62km/h NE

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georgia salmon

Reviewed 20 Nov 2024, 7:53pm

Fantastic views, clear signage, beautiful landscape :)
Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 2 Jun 2022, 8:13pm

The best trail in Mt Frankland National Park

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