Difficult trail with rough surface that may have very steep hills or extensive rock hopping. Directional signage may be limited. Bushwalking experience, navigation and emergency first aid skills, and good fitness required.
Peak Head Track is in the spectacular Torndirrup National Park near Albany. The almost five kilometre return walk follows a sandy track that winds through thick coastal scrub and granite walls. You are rewarded for your efforts by spectacular views of the Southern Ocean.
At the southernmost peak of the Torndirrup Peninsula is Peak Head, a bluff of rounded cliffs with spectacular ocean views.
The track to Peak Head starts near the Stony Hill carpark and winds through thick coastal scrub. The return walk takes around 2.5 hours and requires some clambering and climbing over granite rocks and up small granite walls.
Fantastic views over the Southern Ocean make the effort worthwhile.
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Difficult trail with rough surface that may have very steep hills or extensive rock hopping. Directional signage may be limited. Bushwalking experience, navigation and emergency first aid skills, and good fitness required.
There is some scrambling and climbing over granite along this walk.
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails
(Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Insect repellent
Plenty of drinking water (as a minimum carry and drink 1 litre of water per hour of walking, per person).
PLB or satellite phone
Clothing to suit the activity, environment and weather conditions.
Map/ Compass, do not rely on your phone in remote locations.
Snacks/ Meals to keep your energy levels up on longer walks
Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
Rubbish bag to remove all your rubbish
Reference material such as wildflower wildlife guides.
Whistle (for emergencies, six short blasts per minute)
Small trowel for toilet emergencies, and a few sheets of toilet paper in a small waterproof bag.
Personal first aid kit (check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced).
Torch/ Headlamp
Binoculars and camera (optional)
Hazards & Warnings
The weather on the south coast can change quickly. Be prepared with appropriate clothing and carry drinking water. The southern ocean can be unpredictable. Do not try to reach the water. Lives have been lost
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5 trail goers have rated Peak Head Track, Torndirrup National Park as 4.4 out of 5!
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Mel Cooper rated Peak Head Track, Torndirrup National Park a 5 out of 5
Mel Cooper
Reviewed 25 Apr 2025, 8:41pm
We completed this trail today with 2 teens, it was 19 degs C which became quite warm! Relatively easy on outward trek, a very steep rock scramble at the head and then much harder on the return hike due to mostly uphill/steps. Having said that, kids set a cracker pace and we only stopped once on way out for a quick sip H20 and no stops on return hike.
Completed it in 1hr 10 mins. 30 mins to Peak Head (furtherest rocks, NOT the first big rock with cairn!) and 40mins return.
Try this before tackling Bald Head to get an idea if you like this terrain. Bald head is MUCH harder/longer but the views are equally spectacular!
james bolst rated Peak Head Track, Torndirrup National Park a 4 out of 5
james bolst
Reviewed 2 Apr 2023, 10:51pm
The trail is really steep in places! Some of the steps are getting worn. The trail has also been weathered in places where the rain has flowed down the trail. To find the actual peak is not marked so you will have to find your way!! It's good fun. The rocks would be very slippery in winter after rain so be careful. I just completed it today and the weather was perfect!
Jazmin Maher rated Peak Head Track, Torndirrup National Park a 4 out of 5
Jazmin Maher
Reviewed 27 Jan 2023, 10:02am
Towards the peak, the signage is very limited. Look for the rock towers that previous walkers have made. Otherwise, a decent hike. Not for the beginner hiker as it requires a certain amount of fitness to get through the sand and granite outcrops.
Chelle Fisher rated Peak Head Track, Torndirrup National Park a 5 out of 5
Chelle Fisher
Reviewed 1 Jun 2022, 7:21pm
Fantastic trail. Awe inspiring views and a great challenge.
Gaelia Hunt rated Peak Head Track, Torndirrup National Park a 4 out of 5
Gaelia Hunt
Reviewed 6 Jan 2022, 2:08pm
Absolutely stunning scenery
However trail is not 4.8km. We did 5.8 and didn't even reach the final peak as couldn't find a path through the last bit of bush after the first level of rock near the summit.
Very glad I had walking poles.
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Carry water and food and be prepared for changing weather
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Be prepared for scrambling over rock outcrops
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There are some small climbs/scrambles to reach the headland
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