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Mount Chudalup

We recognise and acknowledge Bibbulman and Minang people as the traditional owners of D'Entrecasteaux National Park.

Enjoy the 360 degree views of the surrounding forest, heathlands, coast and the magnificent Yeagarup Dunes from the top of this granite monadnock.

No dogs

Park entry fee

Mount Chudalup
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About this place

A huge block of granite reaching 187 metres above sea level, Mount Chudalup is known as a monadnock - a large, isolated hill above a generally flat plain. This granite outcrop is home to 42 species of moss, 28 species of lichen and 6 species of liverwort, some of which are rare and have only been recorded at this place. They are an integral part of the complex ecosystem that exists on this ‘granite island’ and great care should be taken not to damage them.

The best way to experience the fantastic views over the national park and beyond is to set out on the Summit Walk Trail. This leaves the picnic shelter at the parking area and leads up through karri and marri forest which gives way to peppermints, grass trees, snottygobbles, banksias and sheoaks. Once you reach the granite section, look out for the amazing diversity of mosses and lichens. From the top, climbers are rewarded with spectacular views over the wetlands, forests and coast of D’Entrecasteaux National Park. Be aware that the granite can be slippery in wet weather and there are steep drop offs on the summit.

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!

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three children on top of a massive granite rock with distant green plains
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puddle of water on top of granite mountain
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view over bushland with a granite mountain in the distance
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Undercover picnic area at the base of Mount Chudalup
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Undercover picnic area at the base of Mount Chudalup

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Start of the Mount Chudalup walk trail
Mount Chudalup
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Start of the Mount Chudalup walk trail

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Mount Chudalup walk trail through the karri forest
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Mount Chudalup walk trail

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Mount Chudalup
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Mount Chudalup
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Mount Chudalup walk trail
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Pink Pettycoats growing in the moss
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Pink Pettycoats growing in the moss

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Mount Chudalup at sunset
Mount Chudalup
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Facilities

Barbecue

Toilet

Activities

Bushwalking

Picnicking

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Minang and Bibbulman people as the traditional owners of D'Entrecasteaux National Park.

There is evidence that Noongar people have lived in South-West Australia for over 47,000 years. The oldest archeological evidence at D’Entrecasteaux is dated at 6000 years, although this does not mean it wasn’t occupied early than this. Erosion of sand dunes within the park has revealed numerous stone artifacts, fish traps, quarry sites, mythological and burial sites. The majority of these are located around the Lake Jasper/ Meerup Dunes area, an area of particular archeological and cultural significance to the Noongar people. Artifacts have been found 10 metres below Lake Jasper’s current water levels, indicating a number of major campsites existed here when the lake was a prehistoric forest.

Wandjoo ngaalang kwoba/moorditj boodjar,

Nyoondool djinang ngaalang kwobidak Wardan, balyoongar, bilya, worl wer djinda kada werda ngaalang miya,

Ngaalang koort kalyakoorl nidja.

Welcome to our good/strong country,

You will see our beautiful sea, sand, rivers, sky, and stars across our place,

Our heart always here.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for D'Entrecasteaux National Park.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Wheelchair accessible

One male and one female accessible toilet is provided at the picnic area.  They're located about 20m from the closest parking area over a timber boardwalk that has handrails on both sides.

Park office / Contact

Pemberton Parks and Wildlife Office

(08) 9776 1207
donnellyd@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's South West
Pemberton

Getting there

Mount Chudalup is 15 minutes from Northcliffe or approximately 1 hour from Pemberton. It is one of the few sites in the D’Entrecasteaux National Park which is accessible by sealed road.

Trails

Mt Chudalup Summit Walk Trail, Northcliffe

Mt Chudalup Summit Walk Trail

2km
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Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

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