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.
Cloudy. Very high chance of showers, becoming less likely this afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm near the coast during the morning and afternoon. Winds northerly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the late afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures between 17 and 20.
UV Alert: Sun protection not recommended, UV Index predicted to reach 2 [Low]
Thursday 19 June
7°C → 18°C
Shower or two. 60% chance of rain 0 → 1mm
Partly cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the early afternoon. Light winds becoming northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h in the middle of the day then tending northerly 15 to 20 km/h in the late evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 7 and 11 with daytime temperatures reaching around 19.
Friday 20 June
8°C → 17°C
Showers. 95% chance of rain 10 → 25mm
Cloudy. Very high chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds north to northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h turning westerly during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 9 and 13 with daytime temperatures reaching between 16 and 19.
Saturday 21 June
3°C → 12°C
Showers. 90% chance of rain 1 → 8mm
Cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm near the Southwest Capes. Winds westerly 15 to 25 km/h turning southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 8 with daytime temperatures reaching between 11 and 15.
Sunday 22 June
4°C → 15°C
Showers. 80% chance of rain 0 → 5mm
Showers.
Monday 23 June
4°C → 16°C
Shower or two. 50% chance of rain 0 → 1mm