Z Bend River Trail, Kalbarri NP

Need to Know

• Time

  2 hours return

• Distance

  2.6km return to carpark

• Trail Start

  Z Bend Lookout Carpark, Z Bend Road, Kalbarri National Park, 585km North of Perth (6 hours)

• Trail End

  Return to carpark via same trail

• Degree of Difficulty

   Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited.

  Steep descent down into gorge, including ladders, tight passages and climbing over boulders

• What to Pack?

  + extra water. No drinking water available in park + Bathers for a swim, season permitting

  Group B (Bushwalks and/or longer trails) required.  Show Pack

• Best Time of the Year

  July to October for best viewing of wildflower season

• Facilities

  Wheelchair access limited to picnic area, trail unsuitable for wheelchairs.

  • BBQ Facilities
  • Car Park
  • Lookouts
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • View Platform

• Fees

  National Park fees apply

• 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

• Downloads

  • Kalbarri National Park Map (pdf/754 KB)

• Access to the Trail

  22WD vehicle is adequate, however Natures Window/Z Bend Rd prohibits large vans, motorhomes, cars towing caravans and trailers

• Download KML

  Download KML File (Disclaimer applies)

• Trail Contact

  Department of Parks and Wildlife District Office - Geraldton
  Telephone: (08) 9964 0901
  Web: http://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/site/z-bend
  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exploreparkswa
  Twitter: @exploreparkswa

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