Pupalong Loop Walk, D’Entrecasteaux NP Pupalong Loop Walk, D’Entrecasteaux NP
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Point D’Entrecasteaux is one of the few places that you can access the coast in D’Entrecasteaux National Park by 2WD vehicle. The area offers visitors a choice of interpretive walking trails, a scenic drive and several spectacular lookout points.
Learn about how important country is to the Noongar custodians of the South West along this 400 metre trail.
This trail is a sealed, universally accessible loop trail, however visitors using wheelchairs may require some assistance due to some steep slopes.
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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
Half an hour
Length
400m
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.
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)
Trail End
Point D'Entrecasteaux
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.
Difficulty Notes
Some steep slopes to lookouts.
Facilities
Please note that visitors using wheelchairs may require assistance when accessing the lookouts as there is a 15 degree slope on the pathways.
- Car Park
- All accessible parking
- Lookouts
Best time of year
All year round.
Fees
National park fees apply at D'Entrecasteaux National Park
Trail Access
Drive to Windy Harbour via Northcliffe.
Prohibited Items
No pets
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Views of Point D'Entrecasteaux from the lookout
Pupalong Loop Trail lookout
Signage along the Pupalong Loop Trail
Pupalong Loop Trail
The sealed pathway to the lookout has a 15 degree slope.
The Window
A short walk off the main Pupalong Trail to The Window lookout.
Coastal views on the Pupalong Loop Trail
Sealed pathway on the Pupalong Loop Trail
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