Starting from the car park off Old Padbury Road, Balingup, Golden Valley Hill View Circuit offers a delightful 45-minute stroll through Golden Valley Tree Park's enchanting Australian Collection. As you embark on this leisurely walk, you'll be treated to picturesque vistas and a diverse array of vegetation, showcasing the natural beauty of the park. Upon entering the Golden Valley Tree Park, visitors are presented with two enticing options: the World Collection or the Australian Collection. Many opt to explore both, given the manageable nature of the tracks. The ascent to the plateau rewards hikers with breathtaking views from Bottle Tree Lookout, named after a distinctive bottle tree imported from Queensland. Along the way, you'll encounter a variety of native flora, including Kurrajong trees, sandalwood, and rare species like the weeping gum. Though the track presents moderate challenges with its uneven terrain and moderately steep sections, a sturdy pair of walking shoes is recommended for comfort and safety. Instead of traditional signage, the track is marked by evenly spaced cairns, adding an element of fun as hikers navigate the path. Suitable for all ages, this track promises a memorable exploration of the Golden Valley Tree Park's natural wonders, offering an enriching experience for visitors of Balingup, situated approximately 240 kilometres south of Perth, Western Australia. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wadandi, Pibulmun and Ganeang people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.
Mostly clear. Slight chance of a shower in the southwest, near zero chance elsewhere. Winds southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h.
Wednesday 9 July
4°C → 17°C
Mostly sunny. 10% chance of rain
Mostly sunny. The chance of morning frost in the north. Winds south to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h tending west to southwesterly in the morning then becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 9 with daytime temperatures reaching around 17.
UV Alert: Sun protection not recommended, UV Index predicted to reach 2 [Low]
Thursday 10 July
5°C → 16°C
Partly cloudy. 20% chance of rain
Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog in the north. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds becoming northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h in the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 4 and 10 with daytime temperatures reaching around 17.
Friday 11 July
7°C → 17°C
Shower or two. 70% chance of rain 0 → 3mm
Becoming cloudy. Very high chance of showers near the Southwest Capes, high chance elsewhere. Winds northerly 20 to 30 km/h turning northwesterly 25 to 35 km/h during the day then decreasing to 15 to 25 km/h during the afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to between 5 and 12 with daytime temperatures reaching between 16 and 19.
Saturday 12 July
10°C → 16°C
Showers. 90% chance of rain 3 → 15mm
Cloudy. Very high chance of showers, most likely in the morning. Winds northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h turning west to southwesterly during the morning then becoming light during the afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to between 10 and 13 with daytime temperatures reaching between 14 and 18.
Sunday 13 July
5°C → 14°C
Shower or two. 70% chance of rain 0 → 4mm
Shower or two.
Monday 14 July
3°C → 15°C
Possible shower. 40% chance of rain 0 → 1mm