Southern WA
In the Valley of the Giants, the spectacular Tree Top Walk consists of a 600m-long ramp rising from the valley, allowing visitors access high into the…
Must-see attractions in Southern WA
Southern WA
One of Australia's top beaches, Lucky Bay has sand so white and so fine that is squeaks underfoot like rubber. Good for kite- and windsurfing. Tame…
Southern WA
Excellent bushwalks range from the 100m Tree-in-the-Rock stroll to the harder Hayward and Nancy Peaks (5.5km loop). The Devil's Slide (5km return) passes…
Southern WA
Good fishing, swimming and camping can be found at Lucky Bay – arguably Australia's top beach, complete with beach-going kangaroos – and Le Grand Beach,…
Southern WA
Whales (in season), seals and Cape Barren geese are seen regularly here. Much of the park is 4WD-accessible only, although the Thomas River Rd leading to…
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Fitzgerald River National Park
Southern WA
Midway between Albany and Esperance, this gem of a national park has been declared a Unesco Biosphere Reserve. Its 3300 sq km contain half of the orchid…
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Southern WA
This 1156-sq-km national park consists of a single chain of peaks pushed up by plate tectonics to form a range 10km wide and 65km long. Running most of…
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Historic Whaling Station at Discovery Bay
Southern WA
When the Cheynes Beach Whaling Station ceased operations in November 1978, few could have guessed that the formerly gore-covered decks would eventually be…
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Southern WA
Covering much of the peninsula enclosing the southern reaches of Princess Royal Harbour and King George Sound, this national park features windswept,…
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Walpole-Nornalup National Park
Southern WA
Giant trees include red, yellow and Rate's tingles (all types of eucalypt, or gum, trees). Good walking tracks include a section of the Bibbulmun Track,…
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Southern WA
Midway between Denmark and Albany, this 35-sq-km coastal park is a playground for naturalists, bushwalkers, rock climbers and anglers. Inland are areas of…
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Southern WA
This warehouse is filled with everyday objects from yesteryear, as well as Aboriginal weaponry (spot the fishing boomerang!), a vintage locomotive and a…
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Southern WA
Most of this park's 107 sq km is covered in scrub and coastal heath, sheltering kangaroos and birds. You might also spot seals. Stokes Inlet is a popular…
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Southern WA
Esperance is surrounded by extensive wetlands, which include seven large lakes and over 90 smaller ones. The 3.6km Kepwari Wetland Trail takes in Lake…
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Southern WA
Large, popular winery with tastings of excellent chardonnay, as well as riesling, sauvignon blanc, botrytis, cabernet sauvignon and shiraz, Singlefile has…
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Southern WA
This small, family-run 5-star winery specialises in hand-crafted vintages made exclusively from estate-grown grapes. Tastings include the stellar malbec…
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Southern WA
One of four 5-star wineries around Denmark, this estate sells a diverse range of award-winning wines from its four vineyards. Don't miss its 2014 reserve…
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Southern WA
These friendly Texans champion French-style sparkling chardonnay and rosé, produce good merlot, pinot noir and cabernet sauvignon, and also conduct…
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Southern WA
The excellent, community-managed and volunteer-run Yongergnow Malleefowl Centre is in Ongerup, about 50km north of the Mount Trio Bush Camping & Caravan…
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Southern WA
Five-star Poacher's Ridge was twice named one of Australia's best wineries by Gourmet Traveller Wine. Apart from its multiple award-winning 2007 merlot,…
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Southern WA
A short drive east of Porongurup National Park, this small, family-run winery serves trophy-winning riesling and pinot noir, as well as excellent syrah,…
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Southern WA
Showcasing up to eight annual exhibitions by regional artists and those further afield, this gallery also sells a good selection of locally made native…
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Southern WA
In lovely grounds around 10km west of Mt Barker, this 5-star winery is a regular award winner for its single vineyard shiraz, chardonnay and cabernet…
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Southern WA
Family-owned winery producing award-winning riesling, shiraz, sauvignon blanc and chardonnay. Also great for pinot noir, as well as a sparkling della and…
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Southern WA
Canoeing and fishing is popular at this beautiful spot by the Waychinicup Inlet, where Gilbert's potoroos and scrub birds are often seen. Basic camping …
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Southern WA
William Bay National Park, about 20km west of town, offers sheltered swimming in gorgeous Greens Pool and off nearby Elephant Rocks, and has good walking…
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Southern WA
The first winery in the Great Southern, founded by a descendant of the House of Plantagenet. This 5 Red Star winery is renowned for its riesling, shiraz…
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Southern WA
Midway between Nornalup and Peaceful Bay, Conspicuous Cliffs is a good spot for whale watching from July to November. It features a hilltop lookout and a…
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Southern WA
Particularly good for award-winning, single-vineyard shiraz, riesling and rosé, a fantastic reserve shiraz and sparkling riesling and shiraz. Cellar door…
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Southern WA
This stupendous white-sand sweep stretches for miles and you're likely to have it all to yourself. Not great for swimming due to strong currents, but…
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Southern WA
Five-star wines named after surf breaks, ranging from award-winning pinot noir, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon to chardonnay and rosé. Good restaurant on…
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Southern WA
Specialises in 'Denmark in a bottle', single estate, cool-climate wines only. Its prize-winning chardonnay is particularly worth a taste. Intimate…
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Southern WA
This wide stretch of white sand stretches for miles and is popular with 4WD drivers. It is rather exposed, though, and occasionally blasted by strong…
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Mt Barker Police Station Museum
Southern WA
Mt Barker has been settled by Europeans since the 1830s and the convict-built 1868 police station and gaol have been preserved as a museum.
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Southern WA
Around 25km east of Albany, Two Peoples Bay is a scenic 46-sq-km nature reserve with a good swimming beach and a seafront heritage trail.
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Southern WA
Picture-perfect white-sand beach, lapped by cerulean waters. Swimming and fishing at own risk, as currents can be dangerous.
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Southern WA
Interesting contemporary art exhibitions by local artists and a shop selling locally made ceramics and other crafts.
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Southern WA
Small, fairly sheltered white-sand beach, with rock slabs for sunbathing. Beware the strong currents.
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Southern WA
Crescent-shaped white-sand beach bookmarked by rocky headlands. Swimmers beware strong currents.
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