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Island Top Walk Trail, Woody Island Nature Reserve

Trail difficulty
Trail difficulty
  • Length 2.1km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Circuit / loop
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Woody Island is a unique nature reserve and the only island in the Recherche Archipelago with visitor facilities.

The Island Top Walk Trail climbs to a lookout that provides sweeping views of the Recherche Archipelago and mainland (500m return).  From the lookout the trail is a 1.6km loop, which includes a gentle climb to the summit and interpretive signs that provide insights into the island's natural environment.

Esperance Visitor Centre

(08) 9038 1555

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Time / Duration

Up to an hour

Length

2.1km return

Trail Access

2WD to Esperance, 700km from Perth. Boat to the Island takes approximately 30 minutes.

Trail Start

The trail starts at the Woody Island Visitors Centre

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Trail End

When to go

September to May

What’s the weather like?

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

Prohibited items

No pets

Facilities

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Camping
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Kiosk
  • Lookouts
  • View Platform
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Water Access Points

Today Apr 23, 5:01am

24°C

Feels like 23°C

Max 30°

Min 19°

Precipitation: 1%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 4.4km/h N

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