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Island Top Walk Trail, Woody Island Island Top Walk Trail, Woody Island

Bush Walk  in Golden Outback

  • Less than 1 hour
  • 2.1 km
    • 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.

This two kilometre moderately difficult loop trail winds through a mix of coastal shrublands and stands of tall trees with stunning views to the mainland and other islands in the Recherche Archipelago.

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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.

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Time / Duration

Up to an hour

Length

2.1km return

What To Pack

Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.

Trail Start

The trail starts at the Woody Island Visitors Centre

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Trail End

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.

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Facilities

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

Best time of year

September to May

Trail Access

Travel by car to Esperance approximately 9 hours and then by boat to the Island approximately 30 minutes.

Prohibited Items

No pets
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