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Jabitj Trail, Wambenger Trails, Wellington NP

Kaneang & Wiilman Noongar Country

Part of Wambenger Trails, Wellington National Park network

Enduro/ All Mountain
Trail difficulty

Shared use dual direction Class 3 walk trail and Easy cycle trail.

Trail difficulty

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.

Trail difficulty

Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

  • Length 12km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • One-way
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Part of Wambenger Trails, Wellington National Park network

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This trail, although descending along the river, has some steep and rocky ascents and descents, with some climbing over logs required, however it provides wonderful views of the rapids and the tranquil pools of the Collie River. The river flows all year round due to water being constantly released form Welington Dam. In summer rthis water is used for irrigation on farmlands downstream.

There are several pools long the trail where you can have a cool off while walking, alhtough the water is very cold all year rond.

The wildlfowers are spectacular from August to November

Note that Leonard Drive, the road running alongside the river on the opposite bank, is one way from the dam to Honeymoon Pool.

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Flora and Fauna Statistics

10+
Mammal species
150+
Bird species
300+
Flowering plant species

Wellington National Park protects 25,000 hectares of forest in Western Australia's South West, serving as a critical refuge for threatened native animals and over 300 wildflower species.

The forest is predominantly made up of Jarrah, Marri and Yarri / Blackbutt trees, intersperced with Banksia groves and more open granite outcrops. In the cooler months during late autumn and winter, fungi and mosses can be found throughout the area. In spring, the wildflowers bloom, inlcuding colorful Banksias and Grevilleas, Clematis vines and Darwinia shrubs, and smaller plants such as sundews, triggerplants and orchids. 

Over 150 species of birds live in the area, including Black Cockatoos (Red-tailed, Carnaby's and Baudin's), fairy wrens, robins and Currawongs. Threatened mammals such as the Chuditch (Western Quoll), Quokka, Woylie (Brush-tailed Bettong), Southern Brown Bandicoot, Western Ringtail Possum, and Brush-tailed Phascogale can also be spotted. The park's granite gorges and fallen logs provide excellent camouflage for the Carpet Python. 


Keep an eye out for these species:

South-western Spotted Scrubwren

Sericornis (Sericornis) frontalis maculatus

Animalia: Aves

South-western Grey Currawong

Strepera (Neostrepera) versicolor plumbea

Animalia: Aves

Australian Ringneck

Barnardius zonarius

Animalia: Aves

Red-winged Fairy-wren

Malurus (Leggeornis) elegans

Animalia: Aves

Common Brushtail Possum

Trichosurus vulpecula

Animalia: Mammalia

Short-beaked Echidna

Tachyglossus aculeatus

Animalia: Mammalia

Slender Tree Frog

Litoria adelaidensis

Animalia: Amphibia

Hibbertia vaginata

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Blue Lady Orchid

Thelymitra crinita

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Diaphanous Fork-moss

Dicranoloma diaphanoneuron

Plantae: Bryopsida

Lemon-scented Darwinia

Darwinia citriodora

Plantae: Equisetopsida

Forest Red-tailed Black-cockatoo

Calyptorhynchus (Calyptorhynchus) banksii naso

Animalia: Aves

Conservation status: Vulnerable

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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.

Time / Duration

2 - 3 hours

Length

12km return

Fees

No National Park fees. Camping fees apply.

Trail Access

Road 2WD. Approximately 2.5 hours drive from Perth and 45 minutes from Bunbury or 30 minutes from Collie. Enter the national park from the north on Coalfields Highway or from the south on Pile Road and follow the signs to the Kiosk.

Trail Start

Wellington Dam kiosk, Wellington National Park, 200km (2.5 hours) south of Perth

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Trail End

Honeymoon Pool, Wellington National Park, 200km south of Perth

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When to go

March to November

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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.

Mountain Bike

Easy

Recommended for beginner riders with basic mountain bike skills. Typically flowing, open trails on firm terrain with gentle gradients. Surface may be uneven, loose or muddy at times. Riders may encounter small rollable obstacles and technical trail features.

Additional information

Shared use dual direction Class 3 walk trail and Easy cycle trail.

What To Pack

Prohibited items

No Pets

Facilities

Facilities are available at Wellington Dam, Potters Gorge and Honeymoon Pool campgrounds. The campgrounds can get busy, bookings are essential. 

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Camping
  • Car Park
  • Kiosk
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • All accessible toilet facilities
  • Water Access Points
  • All accessible parking
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Trail information updated
11th July 2026

Today Jul 11, 2:08pm

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Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 2.1km/h S

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6 trail goers have rated this trail as 4.83 out of 5!

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RosieHikes WA

Reviewed 4 Jun 2023, 9:20pm

Beautiful trail, very well maintained and signposted.
We started at Honeymoon Pool so the big uphill section was halfway through the walk, not when we were finishing. Stopped for coffee and toasties at the cafe at the dam before heading back to Honeymoon Pool. It took us about 4 hours, not including breaks.
Toni Prasser

Reviewed 29 Mar 2021, 12:50pm

Great hike with so many spots on the way to stop to take a breather or swim. We started at Honeymoon Pool which took us to the Wellington Dam wall mural (have to see!!) It was great having access to a toilet and Kisok for a coffee before heading back to Honeymoon Pools. It took us about 1.5hours one way (3 hours return), we took a few moments to take in the scenery along the way. We will back to this track again.
Steve Roney

Reviewed 23 Jun 2020, 10:15pm

One of my favourites in the Collie region. One day I'll do it in summer and enjoy a dip at all those secluded swimming spots along the way....put this one on the list!
Christine Hamilton

Reviewed 8 Jun 2019, 5:19pm

Loved the meandering walk along the river's edge
Fayley Arthur

Reviewed 31 Mar 2019, 3:26pm

Beautiful walk with several choices for a river swim or picnic. For a decent workout walk Honeymoon Pool to Kiosk (for coffee!) as it's a lot uphill, or for an easier walk go the other direction and finish up at Honeymoon Pool for a cooling swim and rest under the trees.
I would find it a bit long for a return trip ... one way was just the right distance.
Kim Fawcett

Reviewed 16 Jun 2018, 6:58pm

This would have to be my favourite trail in the Wellington National Park so far. We left one car at the Kiosk and drove the second car to Honeymoon Pool so we didn't have to walk all the way back. The trail follows the river and by starting at the Kiosk was mostly down hill. The views over the river are spectacular so make sure you take a camera. There are a few spots you could swim in summer but when we went it was too cold for swimming. However everything was covered with moss and looked amazing. It took us 2 hours walking at a steady pace.

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