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Chuditch Walk Trail, Lane Poole Reserve

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 14km
  • Est. time Half day
  • Dog friendly
  • Return
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Take the opportunity to explore Lane Poole Reserve, just outside the townsite of Dwellingup, where you can enjoy this walk and many more trails and activities. 

This moderate 14‑kilometre loop hike runs between Chuditch Campground and Nanga Brook Campground, returning via the same circuit. The walk winds through classic jarrah forest, lined with impressive stands of grass trees and offering occasional glimpses of the Murray River. Most of the route follows wide tracks with gentle gradients, although walkers will encounter a few hills along the way.

Facilities are plentiful, making this a comfortable walk for day hikers. Along the route you’ll find campgrounds, picnic areas, car parks and toilets, allowing flexibility in planning shorter or longer walks.

Nanga Brook Campground, loop and return 7 km 2 hours 

Chuditch Campground, loop and return 10.2 km 2 - 3 hours 

Nanga Brook Campround to Chuditch Campground (part loop) 14 km return 3 - 4 hours

The trail is named after the chuditch (western quoll) - a small, cat‑sized marsupial with soft brown fur and distinctive white spotting. This protected species inhabits parts of the reserve, and while sightings are rare, small populations still persist within the area, adding ecological significance to the walk.

Whether tackled as a full loop or broken into shorter sections, the Chuditch Walk Trail offers a rewarding introduction to the natural beauty and wildlife of Lane Poole Reserve.

This trail is part of the following destinations:

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Dwellingup is an invigorating haven for the wild at heart. Just over an hour from Perth, this forest-framed town is surrounded by fresh air, flowing rivers and endless green spaces....

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(08) 9290 6100

Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre

(08) 9538 1108

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Flora and Fauna Statistics

500+
Plant species
120+
Bird species
20+
Mammal species

Lane Poole Reserve is a 55,000-hectare conservation area near Dwellingup, Western Australia. It protects the largest remaining block of the northern Jarrah Forest, acting as a crucial sanctuary for approximately 500 native plant species and over 100 native wildlife species. 

The reserve's plant life is defined by its changing elevations, running from deep river valleys to high forest canopies. The forest is dominated by Jarrah and Marri trees. You will also spot Yarri (WA Blackbutt) in the lush valleys and Wandoo woodlands stretching across the drier eastern ridges. Bull Banksia, Sheoak, and the uniquely named Snottygobble are common understorey trees. In spring, the forest comes alive with colour, including orchids, grevilleas and bright acacias.

The dense swamp thickets hide a rare mainland population of the Quokka. Look closely in the undergrowth at dawn or dusk to spot the elusive Chuditch (Western Quoll), the Woylie (Brush-tailed Bettong), and the Western Ringtail Possum. A haven for birdwatchers, the reserve hosts over 120 bird species, inlcuding splendid fairy-wrens, red-tailed black cockatoos, grey fantails, and the elusive noisy scrub-bird. The Murray River weaves through the reserve, supporting native freshwater species like marron (freshwater crayfish), Western Pygmy Perch, as well as introduced species like rainbow trout.


Keep an eye out for these species:

Red-tailed Black Cockatoo

Calyptorhynchus (Calyptorhynchus) banksii

Animalia: Aves

Scarlet Robin

Petroica (Petroica) boodang

Animalia: Aves

Western Splendid Fairy-wren

Malurus (Malurus) splendens splendens

Animalia: Aves

South-western Spotted Scrubwren

Sericornis (Sericornis) frontalis maculatus

Animalia: Aves

Short-beaked Echidna

Tachyglossus aculeatus

Animalia: Mammalia

Black-faced Kangaroo

Macropus fuliginosus melanops

Animalia: Mammalia

Slender Tree Frog

Litoria adelaidensis

Animalia: Amphibia

Silky Blue Orchid

Cyanicula sericea

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Common Clematis

Clematis pubescens

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Grasstree

Xanthorrhoea preissii

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Snottygobble

Persoonia elliptica

Plantae: Equisetopsida

River Banksia

Banksia seminuda

Plantae: Equisetopsida

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Time / Duration

2-4 hours

Length

14km loop

Fees

Fees Apply

Trail Access

Drive to Dwellingup 1.5 hours south of Perth

Trail Start

Nanga Brook Campground, Lane Poole Reserve, 120km (1 hr 45 mins) south of Perth

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Trail End

Nanga Brook Campground, Lane Poole Reserve, 120km (1 hr 45 mins) south of Perth

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When to go

April to October

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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.

What To Pack

Biodiversity

Keeping your dog safe. Dogs are allowed in the recreation area of Lane Poole Reserve but must be kept in control and on a leash at all times. The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions undertakes 1080 baiting at this location to reduce the impacts of feral cats and foxes on native wildlife. 

Meat baits containing 1080 poison are laid in or around this area on an ongoing basis. 1080 is poisonous to humans and will kill domestic cats and dogs. Please leave your pets at home or prevent them from entering this area.

For further information contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office or visit Western Shield.

Facilities

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Camping
  • Public Toilet
  • Car Park
  • Picnic Area
  • Shaded Area
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Trail information updated
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4 trail goers have rated this trail as 4.25 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.

bradpk3

Reviewed 2 Jul 2026, 12:18pm

Beautiful walk wide path good signage 7klm spot on took us about 1hr 44mins.
Kaitlyn Fiori

Reviewed 20 Apr 2023, 3:34pm

This walk through the forest was very enjoyable, though as a previous reviewer has mentioned, it was about 9km (not 7km as stated). I saw some lovely Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos and Fairy Wrens. I walked from the Chuditch river access to the Nanga Brook. I'm glad I had a printed map to make sure I stayed on the trail.
Peter Lee

Reviewed 10 Nov 2021, 8:01pm

Walked this trail today. Started from Nanga Mill. Really enjoyed it. Had a swim at Island Pool. However, as the previous comment says, finding the start is challenging. There is a sign with all the walks but the Chuditch triangles are nowhere to be found. I had a GPS with the track downloaded from this site so found it quite quickly. However, the track from this site is not 7 kms long. It is closer to 9 kms. The sign at Nanga Mill says it is 7 kms but the trail shown on the sign is not the same as the one I downloaded. Anyway, it was a great walk.
Brad Delavale

Reviewed 14 Feb 2021, 8:39am

Chuditch walk trail is a good 2 hour walk, once you find the start of it. Suggest a big sign at the start as many people could not find the coloured triangles until you find the trail.

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