Bushwalkers of Western Australia

Winter

 

Summer

 

Walking is a year round activity. Bushwalkers of Western Australia Inc (BOWA) based in Perth has a complete annual programme. In Winter (May to October) longer walks of up to 20km in length are undertaken. These require a full day and most of the information about walking presented here applies to these walks. From time to time the Winter programme will include, for variety, a shorter half day walk.  In Summer members maintain fitness by shorter walks around the Perth environs which are completed before midday. On almost every Sunday of the year it is possible to sample the experience of walking with our club. How do I get started?

Summer walks are half day walks in and around Perth. These are held on Sundays during the warmer months. They provide a pleasant way to stay fit. Locations such as Fremantle, Cottesloe beach, The Swan River and Herdsman and Joondalup Lakes are popular. Many of these walks are designed to go past a cafe where walkers may pause for a while to enjoy a refreshment. Equipment required for these walks is very basic - shoes, hat, sunscreen and water. Meeting points are as decided by the walk leader and are on the programme. Visitors are welcome - just telephone the walk leader a few days prior.

North and South Ledge

September
Sunday
13
A 16 km Medium/Hard walk mostly on track with good views across Helena Valley and C Y O'Connor dam. Sections of the Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail are used and good lookouts provide many pleasant stopping places. Cumulative elevation is 450m and we will take a short detour to Hewett's Hi… Read more...
09:00 h
Medium/Hard Walk

John Forrest Eagle View

September
Sunday
20
A scenic 16 km hike in John Forrest National Park. This walk features some steep hills, valley views, seasonal waterfalls and great views of the Swan Coastal Plain. The track is gravelly and corroded in places so poles are recommended. Note that national park fees apply. Bring morning tea, lunc… Read more...
08:30 h
Hard Walk

Mount Mambup

September
Sunday
27
A medium to hard 12 km walk upriver from Bells Rapids offering fine views, steep ascents and gravelly descents. Elevation gain is approximately 470m and poles are recommended. Bring morning tea and lunch. Read more...
09:00 h
Medium/Hard Walk

Spring Camp, Dwellingup

October
Monday
19
A two night spring camp at Dwellingup with walks organised for Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st October. Please book your own accommodation in or near Dwellingup. We will have a group dinner on the first evening. Please let Janet know as soon as possible if you wish to attend the camp. Read more...
17:00 h
Special Event