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Old Timberline Trail, Nannup Old Timberline Trail, Nannup

Bush Walk

(+3)
Gravel, Rail Trail, Touring
 in South West

  • Full day
  • 22 km
    • Bush Walk Class 2

      Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).
    • 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.

The Old Timberline Trail makes up half of the Timberline Loop, along with the Sidings Rail Trail. The loop follows a historic path of wood-powered, steam-driven locomotives from the forest to the Barrbup Mill and Nannup Mill. Choose to do a half-day mountain bike ride or a two day hiking trip, camping out along the way. 

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Starting at the Nannup Foreshore Park, the 22-kilometre Old Timberline Trail runs north towards Jarrahwood. The heritage walk and cycle trail follows the path of a historic Kauri Timber Company line.

The Old Timberline Trail is a Class 2 walking trail and Easy mountain bike trail. The trail meanders through some lovely forest along the banks of the St Johns Brook and the ruins of a 100-year old once-spectacular railway bridge. The trail passes by Workmans Pool and Barrabup Pool, offering an opportunity to dip in the cool water and a blissful relief in the warmer weather.

Join the Sidings Rail Trail at Cambray Road, south of Cambray Siding, to complete the Timberline Loop (48 kilometres). Otherwise backtrack to Nannup Foreshore Park or arrange a lift at Cambray Road (4WD recommended).

There are several vehicle access points along the trail where you can choose to walk or ride a shorter section if desired. Some of these access points are via unsealed road and may be suited to 4WD only.

Overnight options

Camping is permitted in three locations along the Old Timberline Trail:

All three sites are non-bookable, operating on a first come, first served basis, and have access to St Johns Brook and charming swimming holes. Camping fees only apply for Workmans Pool and Barrabup Campgrounds.

The 'Sidings Rail Trail' map is a great resource for your trip, providing an overview of the Timberline Loop route and historical context of the trails.

Busselton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9752 5555

Nannup Visitor Centre

(08) 9756 1120

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Be trail ready for Old Timberline Trail, Nannup

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

Time / Duration

Half-day to multi-day experience

Length

22km one way with a 48km loop option

What To Pack

Group D - Drive Trails (Drive trails: 2WD & 4WD) required.

Trail Start

Nannup Foreshore Park, 282km (3 hours) south of Perth

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Trail End

Cambray Road, Nannup

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Bush Walk

Class 2

Easy trail with modified or hardened surface, and gentle hills or occasional steps. Clear directional signage. No bushwalking experience required. May be suitable for assisted wheelchair users (if ramps are provided at steps).

Visit Trail Tips for further information.

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.

Visit Trail Tips for further information.

Difficulty Notes

An easy trail with gentle hills, though please consider the trail distance before embarking.

Hazards & Warnings

As this is a shared use trail, walkers should be aware of cyclists.

Both walkers and cyclists should be careful of road crossings and vehicles.

Safety

Walkers need to plan ahead and consider food, drinking water and equipment requirements. Supplies can be purchased in Nannup. 

In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) if there is mobile phone coverage.

Before you go, install the free Emergency+ app  on your mobile phone. It can be used in the event of any emergency to call for assistance. If there is no mobile phone coverage you will not be able to call Emergency Services but the app will provide you with GPS location details.

Do not rely on your mobile phone in the event of getting lost or injured, as coverage is unreliable on the trail. 

Consider carrying a personal locator beacon (PLB) or other emergency communication.

Facilities

Please note all facilities are located at the Nannup Foreshore Park.

Camping is only permitted in designated campgrounds. These campgrounds have a composting toilet and picnic tables. Only Sleeper Hewers Hut has a sheltered hut and water tank.

Tank water is not guaranteed and must be treated before use. Use tank water sparingly and keep an emergency supply of drinking water as backup. Tank water should be treated by boiling, mechanical filtration or chemical treatment.

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Camping
  • Picnic Area
  • All accessible toilet facilities
  • Water Access Points
  • Car Park

Fees

Camping fees may apply.

Trail Access

Road access (2WD) or bus (TransWA) to Nannup from Perth.

Prohibited Items

No pets

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1 trail goers have rated Old Timberline Trail, Nannup as 4 out of 5!

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Fayley Arthur

Reviewed 24 Jun 2024, 6:05pm

Perfect trail for a beginner overnight bike-packing adventure. If you combine the Old Timberline trail and the Cambray Siding/Sidings Trail and make a round trip returning to Nannup, you can stay overnight at the (free) campground at the historic Sleeper Hewer's Hut.

This campsite is less than half way around the circuit, so it allows you travelling time down to Nannup on the morning of your trip - perfect! The campsite has a "pool" in the St John's Brook, so you can have a dip or quick plunge at the end of the day. The trail has some rocky and steep descents which will have beginners walking their bikes, but the forest is absolutely beautiful and healthy.

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