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Kalari Trail, The Humps, Hyden

Mulkas Cave1 Hyden Rstevens +5 Gallery
Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
This trail involves climbing to the top of the rock. Slippery when wet.
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.

  • Length 1.8km
  • Est. time 1-3 hours
  • Circuit / loop
Today

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If you can spare the time and escape the lure of Wave Rock, visiting the Humps is well worth it. For a start, there is a short stroll to Mulka's Cave where you can see up to 450 examples of Aboriginal rock art. Interpretive signage explains this ancient Aboriginal site.

The Kalari Trail takes you up this impressive rock outcrop between unusual geological formations. The summit offers sensational 360-degree views of farms and bush. In winter the canola crops are a blaze of yellow.

It is no surprise that the Aboriginal name for the rock is Kalari which means lizards. Numerous lizards scamper about the rocky slopes when the weather is warm enough. In more sheltered sways, there are mossy miniature gardens, best seen in winter. It is best to avoid wet weather as the granite slopes can be slippery in places. 

Shire of Kondinin

(08) 9889 1006

Wave Rock Tourist Information Centre

08 9880 5182

Other Links

  • Katter Koch Gallery & Tours

    Katter Kich Gallery and Tours has been created to showcase the First nations history of the area. Katter Kich Gallery and Tours also has an art gallery and studio to support the Aboriginal artists to showcase and sell their art. The tours are designed to connect people to country and cultural history.

  • Australia’s Golden Outback

    Comprehensive information on the Golden Outback region including destinations, things to see and do, accommodation and tours.


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Time / Duration

Take at least an hour to enjoy the rock art

Length

1.8km loop

Trail Access

2WD

Trail Start

15 minutes from Wave Rock, 3km from Hyden, 334km (3.5 hours) east of Perth

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Trail End

When to go

August, September, October

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.

Additional information

This trail involves climbing to the top of the rock. Slippery when wet.

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

Granite rock is slippery when wet

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Interpretive Centre
More tips for being Trail Ready

Today May 09, 9:20pm

13°C

Feels like 12°C

Max 19°

Min 9°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 5.13km/h SE

8-day forecast

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3 trail goers have rated this trail as 4.67 out of 5!

We love to hear from people who've been on our Western Australian trails, so it would be most appreciated it if you wanted to leave a review.

Kim Fawcett

Reviewed 1 Apr 2021, 12:09am

Fantastic trail, easy to follow and stunning views
Huey Wilson

Reviewed 8 Aug 2018, 8:04pm

Great walk! Nice steady ascent to the top of The Humps. Metal markers are easy to spot. Definitely worth the trip.
Lauren Curtis

Reviewed 23 Apr 2018, 4:26pm

Enjoyed this trail a lot, quite easy to walk and spectacular views. Trail isn't marked to well but easy enough to find your way back. Well worth the trip

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