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Start your adventure in Nornalup. To access the start of this trail, you'll need to cross the Frankland River bridge. Watch out for traffic. You'll find the start of this trail on your right on the west side of the bridge.
Find your way up through the Labyrinth then turn left on the Bibbulmun Track and visit the Giant Tingle Tree. There are toilets and picnic tables here. Keep following the Bibbulmun Track through the tingle forest past Hilltop Lookout where you have views out over Kwakoorillup Beela (the Frankland River), the Nornalup Inlet and the Southern Ocean. When you reach the bottom of the hill, you are at a fork in your trail. Will you head west to Walpole along the Bibbulmun Track or east along the Munda Biddi Trail to return to Nornalup? Both options are around 16km.
The section of the Munda Biddi Trail between Walpole and Nornalup is dual use.
Walpole-Nornalup Visitor Centre
(08) 9840 1111
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- Pioneer Park, South Coast Highway, Walpole WA 6398
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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
Half-day to full-day experience
Length
16km return
Elevation
Labyrinth is a long steady climb but it's all downhill from the Giant Tingle Tree.
Trail Start
This route starts at the Nornalup Trailhead, on the west side of the Frankland River Bridge in Nornalup.
Trail End
Option to join the Bibbulmun Track and finish in Walpole.
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.
Visit Trail Tips for further information.
What To Pack
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)
Safety
Labyrinth is a dual use trail - climb only for riders.
Be aware of obstacles such as fallen branches or trees along trail.
Facilities
- All accessible parking
- Picnic Area
- Public Telephone
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
Best time of year
All year
Trail Access
You can access this route from the Nornalup Trailhead which is in Nornalup, about 10km east of Walpole. Walpole is 420km 2WD south of Perth
Trail information updated
4th July 2025
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