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Ellen Cove to Albany Port

This dual-use pathway is one of the best ways to see the beautiful coastline of the historic town of Albany in the Great Southern region. Discover beautiful Middleton Beach, memorials and historic buildings. As you gaze out to sea imagine the Australian troops departing to fight in Gallipoli.

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Trail difficulty
Easy to moderate bike ride. Moderate to hard walk.
  • Length 2.5km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Dog friendly
  • Return
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A mixture of bitumen path and wooden boardwalk, the trail clings to the side of the hill and sweeps around with spectacular views of the bays. Commencing at the Ellen Cove trailhead, head up the boardwalk, keeping an eye out for the southern right or rare blue whales during whale season; a far cry from the days of whaling.

There are lookouts, memorials to past leaders and explorers, and interpretive signage along the uphills and decents. Near the port there are historic buildings including the lighthouse and bunkers where Australian troops once looked out over the spectacular views of King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour. 

This trail is part of the following destinations:

Visit Albany

Albany is a world-class hiker's paradise - with its stunning coastline, pristine nature reserves and proximity to one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world. 


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City of Albany

(08) 6820 3000

Albany Visitor Centre

(08) 6820 3700

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Time / Duration

Up to 3 hours

Length

5km return

Trail Access

Drive, 420km to Albany

Trail Start

Ellen Cove, Middleton Beach, 416km (4.5 hours) south of Perth

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Trail End

End of dual use pathway, Brunswick Rd

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Additional information

Easy to moderate bike ride. Moderate to hard walk.

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Facilities

  • Cafe
  • Dog Friendly
  • Lookouts
  • Public Toilet
  • Car Park
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Today Aug 17, 12:17am

11°C

Feels like 10°C

Max 22°

Min 9°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 4.45km/h N

8-day forecast

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22°

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Tue

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Wed

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Thu

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7 trail goers have rated this trail as 4.29 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.

Courtney S

Reviewed 27 Jul 2026, 7:04pm

Great walk, brilliant views
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Mickey G.

Reviewed 26 Jul 2026, 12:40pm

Great walk with breathtaking view.
anouk lankhorst

Reviewed 28 Jun 2026, 3:25pm

It’s an amazing walk with some breathtaking views!
Kristen Tomajka

Reviewed 1 Feb 2025, 4:03pm

If I could rate 4.5 stars I would. The walk is along a footpath and well marked. There is also parking at the Port End or vice versa. The viewpoints from along the top are stunning and the locals use this as a running track as well. Had I know earlier I would have parked at one end and jogged the route. Also perfect to get back into at sunset for amazing views!
Kelly Nightingall

Reviewed 29 Sep 2024, 12:34pm

A beautiful way to view King George Sound.
Shared path, some small hills. Overall a pleasant walk with the family.
Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 1 Jun 2022, 7:44pm

Dual-use pathway offering one of the best ways to see the beautiful coastline of the historic town of Albany. The trail hugs the rugged Mt Adelaide hillside giving fantastic views of Middleton Beach, King George Sound and the outer islands and provides a great opportunity to explore memorials and historic buildings, imagining the Australian troops departing to fight in Gallipoli.
Amy Cowdell

Reviewed 19 Jan 2014, 8:23pm

Hilly boardwalk with amazing views of the coast. Great for running or walking.

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