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Twertup

We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Minang and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.

Twertup overlooks a wide valley and is a popular place for field studies, located in Fitzgerald River National Park.

No dogs

Park entry fee

Twertup
Lorna Charlton

About this place

Twertup's outdoor facilities are available to all visitors, with no additional fees added to the park entry fee.

The walk trails are suitable for most ages and fitness levels, however some bushwalking experience is recommended as the area is a remote location.

The Field Studies Centre is a popular attraction at Twertup, advance booking are essential for both day and overnight use of the centre.

The fee is $80 to use the place for the day and includes the use of the open plan kitchen/dining and lounge area with a wood heater (BYO wood), along with the kitchen and sink (limited supply of rain water), wood stove (BYO wood), crockery and cutlery, 12V solar lighting. The area also has wide, covered verandahs on three sides of the building.

The overnight use fee is $11 per person per night, minimum $80 per night. This fee includes four bedrooms with 16 beds/bunks. BYO bed linen/sleeping bags and towels and there is a seven night maximum stay.

To make a booking, or if you have any enquiries, contact Parks and Wildlife Service Albany. 

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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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Spongolite rock formations at Twertup
Twertup
Lorna Charlton

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Spongolite rock formations at Twertup
Twertup
Lorna Charlton

Facilities

Barbecue

Picnic table

Toilet

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Twertup.

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge Goreng, Minang and Wudjari people as the traditional owners of Fitzgerald River National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Park entry fees apply

Standard park entry fees apply for Fitzgerald River National Park.

Toilets

Toilets are available.
  • Non-flushable drop toilet

Park office / Contact

Albany Parks and Wildlife Office

+61 (0)8 9842 4500
albany@dbca.wa.gov.au

Location

Australia's Golden Outback
Esperance

Getting there

Access to Twertup is via a 10km soft sand 4WD-only track off unsealed Pabelup Drive. All unsealed roads and 4WD tracks in Fitzgerald River National Park are subject to closure at short notice, check park alerts for current road closure information.

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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    Safety

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    Plan your activity

    Be prepared

    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

    Camping safety

    Mountain biking safety

    Swimming safety

    Adventure safety

    Beaches and coastal areas

    Rivers, lakes and lagoons

    Fishing, boating, paddling, snorkelling and diving

    Access friendly places

    Access to nature north of Perth

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    Access to trails

    Caring for our parks

    Marine conservation

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