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HikeWest’s review of the latest AusPlay data, released by the Australian Sports Commission, reveals that approximately 211,000 adults participated in bushwalking in Western Australia during 2022–23, a significant 41.6% increase from the previous year, when 149,000 adults went bushwalking in the state.   Over the past 8 years, adult participation in bushwalking nationally has more than doubled, […]

The Bibbulmun Track Foundation is pleased to be offering an introductory workshop for aspiring leaders who have no prior experience or training in leading bushwalks.

Following the morning tea in Perth on Nov 12th, our annual volunteer recognition events continued in the regional areas through the rest of the month.

While Perth sweltered, it was just cool enough on the south coast last Friday to proceed with the final maintenance volunteer field day of the year, at Nullaki campsite…

In a year marked by realignments, trail extensions and new trail construction the Support Volunteers celebrated with a campaign of track work on the South Coast in Frankland and Albany Districts. The Albany-based Binalup Rangers joined the SVs for the campaign, contributing 4 rangers for the 4 days of the campaign, 3 of which had worked on the previous 2022 NRM Grant Campaign in the area.

Seventeen year old Peppermint Grove schoolgirl Zara White has become the youngest person ever to complete WA’s gruelling Bibbulmun Track solo.

In the heart of our beloved Bibbulmun Track, a situation unfolded at Waalegh Campsite that might have gone unnoticed, if not for the vigilance and swift action of Jennifer, a dedicated member of our community.

The Foundation is pleased to announce that it has been awarded $27,871 through the WA Government’s State NRM Program to replace hundreds of dilapidated steps near Lake William.

Ultra runners from across the country and as far as China competed in the second annual Great Southern Stage Run held on Thursday 16 to Saturday 18 November 2023 in the Great Southern Region of Western Australia.

Thank you to all those who participated in our 25th Anniversary Bibbulmun Track Virtual Hike Challenge! Here’s a recap…

  If you are thinking of embarking on an end-to-end hike, the Bibbulmun Track Foundation’s workshops are a great place to start. Learn from the experts: planning workshops The Foundation’s End-to-End workshop is offered in-person or online (for those not in or near Perth) and will shine a light on what you don’t know. Learn […]

  Preparing the right kind of food for an overnight or extended walk on the Bibbulmun Track is one of the most important considerations walkers need to make. Food can add considerably to the weight of one’s backpack, significantly affecting the level of enjoyment experienced on the walk. You will need to take a fuel […]

  When choosing your gear and equipment for an end-to-end hike, you will need to consider the weight, bulk, and longevity of the items (eg torch batteries). Start with our printable equipment list for overnight walks. We’ve divided this checklist into three categories: essential items, clothing, and other small items (not all of which may […]

  It takes around six to eight weeks on average to walk the whole Track, nearly 1000km between Kalamunda and Albany. Due to the weather conditions during the Australian summertime (December to March), we recommend walking during the cooler months, April to early November. Of course, this advice can vary a little and depend on […]

As the Bibbulmun Track specialists we’ve got some experience when it comes to advising hikers on planning their End-to-End Hike. We’ve found some details can often get overlooked. Are you going to take the eight Bibbulmun Track maps and the eight guidebooks – or just the maps? Tip: don’t carry the ones you don’t need, […]

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Schools were invited to join in the 25th Anniversary celebration through a physical activity challenge in Term 3 (17 July to 22 September). Let’s dive into the journey of our end-to-end walkers along the Bibbulmun Track.

The community events added a special touch to our 25th Anniversary celebrations with each town bringing their own unique flavour to the occasion.

  On 13 September 2023, we celebrated 25 years since the official opening of the ‘new’ Bibbulmun Track in Albany.  Over 140 people attended the final event to recognise and thank the many organisations and individuals who contributed to the development of the Track and those who continue to support and maintain it.      […]

This year is the 25th Anniversary of the Bibbulmun Track. Help us raise much needed funds for track maintenance, with 10% of funds raised going towards Kaarakin Black Cockatoo Conservation Centre, helping save WA’s Black Cockatoos.

On Tuesday 29th August, the community gathered at the Walpole Hotel-Motel to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Bibbulmun Track.

Saturday saw the annual Donnelly Field Day take over Tom Road Campsite, where 13 willing volunteers and Macca from DBCA carried out several tasks in and around the campsite.

When the Long Gully Bridge was destroyed by fire in 2016 the replacement, Bilya Djena Bidi, was built downstream opening to walkers in 2017. It was, for convenience, connected to the existing Track using mostly long boring 4WD roads popular with campers whose 4WD vehicles dig deep holes spanning the entire track width, treacherously deep when water-filled in winter.

Bibbulmun Track Virtual Hike Challenge Updates

Our 25th Anniversary end-to-end walkers are making great progress on the Bibbulmun Track! Let’s dive into their awe-inspiring journey so far!