The Albany area offers many fabulous walks through forests, on beaches and around historic sites.

Walks in Albany WA

Albany's top 10 Walks
Albany and its surrounds, have some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere to be found. There are numerous walks around town and along the coast which take full advantage of this. Depending on your level, there is a walk suited to everyone.
Here are 10 of the best walks around Albany. More info available by clicking on most images.

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1. Bald Head Walk

FULL DAY WALK 12.5 KM Torndirrup National Park, Bald Head Walk Trail is challenging. Flinders Peninsula provides stunning southern ocean & King George Sound views.

2. Peak Head Walk

ALLOW 2-3 HOURS Torndirrup Peninsular. A 4.8 Km walk, truly worth it for the intermediate experienced walker. Up & down hill all the way. Starts at Stony Hill car park, stunning views of our local coastline.

3. Wind Farm Walk

FULL DAY 13.5km one way. Bibbulmun Track day walk from Albany wind farm to Mutton Bird car park. Breathtaking coastal views, spectacular wildflower heathlands & the majestic site of the Albany wind farm.

4. Whale Walk

1 HOUR RETURN Start Ellen Cove to Mt. Clarence coast above King George Sound pass Ataturk Channel & harbour. Historic cottage ruin, bronze bust Baudin. Whales & wildflowers Aug-Sept.

5. Emu Point Walk

1 HOUR 30 MINS RETURN. From Nth end of Middleton Beach (dog beach car park). Sheltered walk, run or cycle path to Emu point. Gentle undulating sheltered peppermint trees near beach.

6. Lake Seppings Bird Walk

1 HOUR RETURN Starts Golf Links Road, watch for signs on the left. Sheltered walk past bird lookouts and hides. Many water birds to see. Watch for snakes in Spring & Summer.

7. Mutton Bird Beach Walk

50 MINUTES RETURN From Mutton Bird Beach car park to Torbay inlet entrance. Breathtaking coastline. Walk from the carpark along the beach in either direction. Around the corner is a secluded swimming lagoon, or along the length of the surf beach.

8. Luke Penn Walk

1.5 HOURS RETURN From East Bank Road (just past Moonlight Rd, Lower Kalgan). A stunning gentle walk along the river bank with lots of interesting river side vegetation. Wildflowers in Sept/Oct. Inspiring vistas.

8. Luke Penn Walk

Monty's Leap Restaurant & Winery

Join us for a lunch, we are very close by to Luke Penn Walk. Delicious local produce & Wines! Wed-Sun | Cellar Door 11am-4pm | Restaurant 11.30am-4 pm | Bookings recommended | 45821 Sth. Coast Hwy, Kalgan, WA.

9. Granite Skywalk - Porongorups

2 HOURS RETURN A challenging walk to the top. 1,100 million year old granite outcrop. For fit experienced walkers. Wear sturdy non-slip shoes, take water and protection for weather changes. Click on this image for more details.

10. Stirling Ranges National Park

FULL DAY 12 KM This walk starts out easy and gradually gets steeper. Its enjoyable to do just the first 40 minutes! Going to the top is challenging but worth it. Amazing flora & views.

11. Sharp Point

10 MINS RETURN 11 km along Frenchman’s Bay Rd, 4 km unsealed road. Best Sept-Nov. for flowers. Breathtaking 180 degree ocean views. Stunning Banksia studded wildflower country leading to a gnarly cliff top Viewing platform overlooking a vast violet blue ocean.

More Great Walks ... in and around Albany

Dunsky's Beach Walk

5-8 HOURS Start at Bibbulmun track (near hang glider launch ramps) above Shelley beach. The reward: an isolated & pristine beach ... you are in paradise. Challenging with steep sandy tracks.

Valley of the Giants Walpole

1 HOUR RETURN Walpole-Nornalup National Park Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk & Ancient Empire forest walk. Breathtaking Karri stands & Old growth forest.

The Porongorups National Park

2 HOURS MEDIUM WALK Porongurup Range is a fascinating & mysterious destination. A dense tall forest perfect for gentle contemplative walks. Bolganup Road turnoff to the Tree in the Rock picnic area, native birds in picnic area, walk nearby.

Greens Pool at William Bay

Take a trip from Albany to Denmark (40 mins) then on to William Bay (20 mins) to visit Greens Pool. Stunning natural lagoon. Also visit Elephant Rocks, Mad Fish Bay & Waterfall Beach nearby. South Coast Highway west from Denmark, left William Bay Rd.

ANZAC Peace Park

This park is close to the town centre on the harbour's edge and near the Entertainment Centre. A peaceful and reflective place to walk with ANZAC commemorative installations along the way.

The Old Farm Wander

WA's first wheat crop was planted at the old farm. Walk the heritage garden including a grain crop, a big collection of hydrangeas & European trees. Historic cottage worth a visit, but also a great place just to stroll around outside & surrounds, Free. A peaceful interesting garden experience. Anytime in the garden or cottage Open daily 10am and 4pm. 174 Middleton Road, Albany WA 6330 PH 08 9841 3735

The Albany area offers many fabulous walks through forests, on beaches and around historic sites.

Walks in Albany WA

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