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Ross Graham River Walk, Kalbarri NP

Part of Kalbarri National Park network

Bush Walk
Trail difficulty
Moderate
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 0.7km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Return
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Part of Kalbarri National Park network

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Kalbarri National Park covers a massive 180,000ha encompassing of sand plains, coastal cliffs and the spectacular deep gorges of the Murchison River. The Ross Graham area named after Kalbarri's first school teacher, a devoted conservationist instrumental in the early exploration of the park, is the most accessible region of the park and includes a lookout with spectacular panoramic views.

The trail leads you down to the river pools of the Murchison River through 27 stairs, where you can enjoy a swim in the cool waters or even take some kayaks or canoes down to the river after plentiful rain.

If you are lucky enough to visit during wildflower season (July to October) you will be met by a dazzling display of colour from the wildflower species of the region, many only found in the National Park, inluding Kalbarri Spider Orchid, and other common wildflower species, flame Grevillea, starflowers, smoke bush, orchids and many flowering wattles.

For the more enthusiastic bush walkers a strenuous four-day, 38km trail connects the Ross Graham Lookout to the Loop Walk, this trail has no markings and multiple river crossings. All walkers need to register with Kalbarri National Park Headquarters.

Geraldton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9964 0901

Kalbarri Visitor Centre

(08) 9937 1104

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Time / Duration

30 minutes return

Length

700 metres return

Fees

National Park fees apply

Trail Access

Road 4WD

Trail Start

Ross Graham Lookout carpark, Ajana Kalbarri Rd, Kalbarri National Park, 585km North of Perth

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Trail End

When to go

July to October for best viewing of wildflower season

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.

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

December to April can be very hot, walk in the cooler parts of the day, carry adequate water supply

Prohibited items

No pets or camping in the National Park

Facilities

Wheelchair access is limited to top lookout, picnic area and toilets. There is no wheelchair access to the river.

  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • All accessible parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • All accessible toilet facilities
More tips for being Trail Ready

Today Apr 11, 12:34am

28°C

Feels like 27°C

Max 35°

Min 25°

Precipitation: 86%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 3.04km/h SW

8-day forecast

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35°

25°

Sun

34°

24°

Mon

34°

26°

Tue

34°

28°

Wed

33°

27°

Thu

34°

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Fri

33°

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Sat

31°

22°

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1 trail goers have rated this trail as 4 out of 5!

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Chelle Fisher

Reviewed 11 Sep 2022, 9:24am

I absolutely love all of the walks in Kalbarri. No real epic views on this one but a nice walk down to the river.

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