Dwellingup is situated in a timber and fruit-growing district east of Pinjarra. It has a population of around 400, and the name is derived from the Nyoongar word for "place of nearby water" relating to the proximity of the Murray River. In the early twentieth century the major industries of this district were farming, timber milling and railway sleeper cutting. The Track is aligned in many places along the old railway formations.
Dwellingup has become a year-round destination for many visitors. The recently opened Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre offers an immersive experience for all visitors, featuring state of the art technology, virtual reality experiences, interactive touch maps and information screens, up to date trails maps and information and the iconic, fully restored, 1938 Mack Truck fire tender.
The world-class Forest Discovery Centre is located approximately 1km North of the Visitor Centre and offers a unique look at the areas forest heritage including an 11 metre forest canopy viewing platform and series of walkways. It also houses the School of Wood.
Up & down the Track
Kalamunda is 96km north of Dwellingup - a drive of one hour and 20 minutes. The walk between the two towns is 180km, which takes approximately thirteen days, twelve nights. North Bannister is a four day (67km) walk north of Dwellingup. Whilst it is not a town, there is a roadhouse (known as Threeways) which can hold food parcels by prior arrangement. This is the only place to resupply between the towns and has limited choices.
Collie is 89km south of Dwellingup - a drive of one hour and 20 minutes. Walking between Collie and Dwellingup (122.1km) takes approximately seven days, six nights.
Accommodation & Services
Accommodation of all types can be found in Dwellingup from vehicle-based camping, to self-contained chalets and B&Bs. The town has a few cafés and the local community hotel, which is open seven days a week. It also has a post office and a general store where walkers can restock with food and supplies. There is no pharmacy in Dwellingup but a nursing post is open on some weekdays. There are no banks but there are cash machines at the general store and the hotel.
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Banksia Springs Cottages »
Banksia Springs Cottages consists of two luxury self contained cottages set in 5 acres of garden and adjacent to jarrah forest. Each cottage is two bedroom. The native plants will dazzle...
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Boddington Retreat »
Boddington Retreat is the ideal home to book if you looking for Boddington accommodation, for a weekend or for a week for walking. It is self contained and is centrally...
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Dwellingup Adventures »
Your outdoor education and recreation specialist, hiring canoes, mountain bikes and rafts and providing activities for school camps. We offer self-guided, supported hike, canoe, raft and mountain bike tours. Holiday...
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Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre »
The recently opened Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre offers an immersive experience for all visitors, featuring state of the art technology, virtual reality experiences, interactive touch maps and information screens,...
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Dwellingup Retreat »
Dwellingup Retreat is a newly renovated heritage home and a great forest escape on the outskirts of the Dwellingup township. It has been designed so you can relax and overlook...
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Dwellingup Transfers »
Dwellingup Transfers, is a private shuttle service based in Dwellingup. They offer rides in and around the Dwellingup region, including to all Bibbulmun Track access points in the...
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Jarrah Forrest Lodge & Forest Discovery Centre »
Jarrah Forest Lodge is a beautifully maintained, original forest cadets accommodation with twin and family rooms, large shared dining and kitchen facilities, gazebo and barbecue area and three shared bathroom...
