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.
Sunny. Winds northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending northerly in the middle of the day then becoming light in the early afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures in the mid to high 20s.
UV Alert: Sun protection 10:00am to 2:20pm, UV Index predicted to reach 4 [Moderate]
Thursday 1 May
10°C → 27°C
Mostly sunny. 5% chance of rain
Mostly sunny. Winds north to northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h tending north to northwesterly 25 to 35 km/h in the late morning then decreasing to 15 to 25 km/h in the late afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to around 12 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
Friday 2 May
15°C → 23°C
Showers. 90% chance of rain 3 → 10mm
Cloudy. Very high chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds northerly 15 to 20 km/h turning northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning then increasing to 30 to 45 km/h during the day. Overnight temperatures falling to around 16 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
Saturday 3 May
12°C → 18°C
Shower or two. 70% chance of rain 0 → 5mm
Partly cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the morning. Winds westerly 25 to 40 km/h becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to around 13 with daytime temperatures reaching between 16 and 20.
Sunday 4 May
7°C → 19°C
Possible shower. 40% chance of rain 0 → 1mm