Hill Springs, Cape Arid National Park Hill Springs, Cape Arid National Park



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Built in 1905 by John Baesjou, Hill Springs was occupied by his family until 1910. The trail also visits the grave of William Ponton, John's uncle through marriage.
The start of the walk from the car park can often be overgrown with ferns and watch out for ticks along the walk. Walk trail surface consists of natural pavements made up of rock material including exposed granite and gravel. The trail is unmarked but vegetation has been cleared to delineate the path.
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Time / Duration
30 minutes
Length
500 metres
What To Pack
Group B (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.
What To Pack
Group B (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
- Minimum 2 litres of water per person per day
- Sturdy shoes
- Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant
- Binoculars and camera (optional)
- Map or guide book where suggested
- Snacks and/or lunch depending on length of trail
- Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions including a water/windproof jacket
- First Aid kit
Additional Useful Items
No drinking water available in the Park.Trail Start
Cape Arid National Park, Thomas Fishery Track off Posion Creek rd 160km (2hours) east of Esperance which is 700km SE of Perth
Trail End
Bush Walk
Grade 2
No bushwalking experience required. The track is a hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km. Suitable for families with young children.
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4WD
Easy
High Range 4WD and Low Range vehicles may be required. Preferable to have 4WD driver training.
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Difficulty Notes
Hazards & Warnings
Access via Thomas Fishery Road in dry conditions only. If wet the road will be closed due to Dieback management. Beware of ticks along this trailFacilities
- Car Park
Best time of year
All year round.
Fees
National Park fees
Trail Access
4WD . Turn off to car park is 6km down Thomas Fishery track, a 4WD track off Posion Creek Rd. Turn off for the Thomas Fishery track is 17.5km down Poision Creek Road. Enter Poison Creek Rd off Merivale Road.
Prohibited Items
No Pets

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